Imperialism and China's Spheres of Influence

What was the primary interest of American businessmen in China during the late 1800s?

• To establish military bases

• To engage in lucrative trade

• To convert the Chinese to Christianity

• To colonize China

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Which dynasty was ruling China when the European nations and Japan established spheres of influence?

• Qing Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Manchu Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

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What was the main reason that China could not defend itself against the imperialist interests of other nations in the late 1800s?

• Lack of natural resources

• Weak and unstable ruling dynasty

• Internal civil wars

• Economic prosperity

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Which of the following countries was NOT mentioned as having a sphere of influence in China during the late 1800s?

• Russia

• Japan

• Italy

• Germany

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What did the imperialist nations demand from China within their spheres of influence?

• Complete political control

• Special trade privileges and land leases for naval bases

• Cultural assimilation

• Military alliances

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In the context of the cartoon, what does the "Chine" pie represent?

• China's economic wealth

• China's territorial integrity

• China's cultural heritage

• China's military power

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Which of the following best describes the concept of "spheres of influence" as applied to China in the late 1800s?

• Areas where foreign nations had exclusive political control

• Regions where foreign nations had special economic privileges

• Zones of military occupation by foreign powers

• Territories annexed by foreign countries

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What role did missionaries play in the United States' interest in China during the 1800s?

• They sought to establish trade routes

• They aimed to convert the Chinese to Christianity

• They wanted to build military alliances

• They focused on cultural exchanges

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Which European nation is depicted first from the left in the cartoon trying to divide the "Chine" pie?

• France

• Germany

• Britain

• Russia

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What strategic interest did the imperialist nations have in leasing land from China?

• To establish cultural centers

• To build naval bases

• To develop agricultural projects

• To construct educational institutions

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