Causes of Imperialism/Imperialism in Africa

What was one of the primary economic motives for European imperialism in Africa during the late 19th century?

• To spread Christianity

• To acquire raw materials and natural resources

• To establish democratic governments

• To promote cultural exchange

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Explain how the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 impacted the political landscape of Africa.

• It led to the unification of African tribes

• It divided Africa into territories controlled by European powers

• It established African independence from European rule

• It promoted African-led industrialization

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Identify one cultural impact of European imperialism on African societies.

• The introduction of European languages

• The development of African-led governments

• The preservation of traditional African religions

• The isolation of African communities from global trade

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Describe one way in which the legacy of imperialism is still evident in modern African countries.

• The widespread use of European languages in official settings

• The complete absence of European cultural influences

• The dominance of traditional African political systems

• The lack of any foreign economic investments

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How did European imperialism affect the traditional economies of African societies?

• It led to the development of local industries

• It disrupted traditional agricultural practices

• It promoted self-sufficiency among African communities

• It had no significant impact on African economies

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What was one of the justifications used by European powers to legitimize their colonization of Africa?

• The need to protect African wildlife

• The belief in the racial superiority of Europeans

• The desire to learn from African medical practices

• The goal of establishing African-led governments

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following was a cultural consequence of European imperialism in Africa?

• The revival of traditional African art forms

• The spread of European educational systems

• The isolation of African societies from global influences

• The preservation of indigenous languages

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Social Darwinism and the ideas expressed in the "White Man's Burden" were used by Europeans to justify their policies of

• pacifism

• communism

• isolationism

• imperialism

Imperialism is __________.

• when a powerful nation uses its resources to help a weaker nation
• when a weaker nation invites a powerful nation to help it industrialize
• when a powerful nation takes control of the economy and government of a weaker nation
• when weak nations join together to fight a strong nation

The application of ideas about evolution and "survival of the fittest" to human societies - particularly as a justification for their imperialist expansion.

• Apartheid

• Natural Selection

• Social Darwinism

• Maximillien Robespierre