Quiz on Africa

What was the primary reason European powers colonized Africa?

• To spread Christianity

• To access natural resources and new markets

• To establish democratic governments

• To research African cultures and languages

What was a significant effect of imperialism in Africa?

• The uniform development of African economies

• The decrease in cultural diversity within African societies

• The division of Africa by European powers without regard for ethnic or linguistic boundaries

• The immediate improvement in living standards for the majority of African people

Which of the following best describes the concept of imperialism?

• The economic independence of colonies

• The political and military domination of one country by another

• The cultural assimilation of colonized people

• The peaceful coexistence of European and African states

Which European nation took control of the Congo?

• Britain
• Belgium
• Portugal
• France

What was the name of the meeting of European countries where they decided on how to divide up Africa?

• Conference of Paris

• Treaty of Versailles

• Berlin Conference

Which resource did King Leopold want from Congo?

• Rubber

• Plastic

• Diamonds

• Gold

• Oil

What was the "White Man's Burden" as it relates to imperialism?

• The belief that Europeans had a moral obligation to civilize primitive cultures

• The financial cost of maintaining colonies

• The responsibility of white men to resist imperialism

• The burden of developing new technologies for colonized lands

Which European country controlled the largest portion of Africa during the era of imperialism?

• France

• Great Britain

• Belgium

• Germany

What was the primary reason for the Scramble for Africa among European powers?

• To spread Christianity

• To find new lands for settlement

• To access natural resources and new markets

• To establish health resorts in a warmer climate

Which two continents did Europeans begin to imperialize?

• Africa

• Asia

• South America

• Austrialia