Imperialism and Industrialization Lesson Quiz

What is the connection between European industrialization and imperialism?

Answer explanation

As industrialization increased, European powers looked for markets to sell their goods to and more natural resources to access.

What percentage of Africa was under European control in the 1910s?

Answer explanation

Over 90%

What British industry was highly profitable and allowed for high wages?

Answer explanation

Rural wool/ textile industry

Each of the following was an effect of industrialization except

• A. an increase in the size of the cities. 
• B. poor living and working conditions. 
• C. new distribution of wealth. 

• D. an increase of movement to rural areas.

What was the primary energy source that powered the machines during the Industrial Revolution?

• Wind power

• Coal

• Solar energy

• Water power

Answer explanation

During the Industrial Revolution, the primary energy source that powered the machines was coal, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Analyze the extended consequences of industrialization on European colonialism.

• It decreased European interest in colonization

• It had no effect on colonial policies

• It fueled European powers to expand their colonies for resources

• It led to the immediate decolonization of many regions

Answer explanation

Industrialization fueled European powers to expand their colonies for resources, leading to extended consequences on European colonialism.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

How did industrialization primarily impact urbanization?

• It decreased the size of cities as people moved to rural areas for jobs.

• It had no significant impact on urbanization.

• It increased the size of cities as people moved there for industrial jobs.

• It only affected the coastal cities.

What was a major driving force behind the Industrial Revolution?

• The desire to restore agrarian lifestyles

• The need for new political ideologies

• The demand for increased production and efficiency

• The wish to decrease urban populations

What were labor conditions like during the early stages of the Industrial Revolution?

• Safe and well-regulated

• Flexible and employee-driven

• Harsh and dangerous

• Highly automated with minimal human intervention

What role did the steam engine play in the Industrial Revolution?

• It decreased the need for coal and iron

• It allowed for the mass production of textiles

• It enabled transportation improvements and factory machinery operation

• It reduced the overall efficiency of production processes