Imperialism Mid-Unit Test

Factor that caused Imperialism due to a need for raw materials and new markets

• Industrialization

• Social Darwinism

• Imperialism

• Racism

The takeover of a country or territory by a stronger nation with the intent of dominating the political, economic, and social life of the people

• Industrialization

• Racism

• Social Darwinism

• Imperialism

Theory of "Survival of the Fittest"

• Industrialization

• Racism

• Social Darwinism

• Imperialism

Meeting of 14 European nations in 1884-1885 to determine rules for dividing Africa

• Congress of Vienna

• Treaty of Versailles

• Berlin Conference

• Potsdam Conference

Which of the following locations is Africa?

• A

• B

• C

• D

• E

A nation that controls another, with citizens often moving to the other area, is referred to as

• a colony

• a protectorate

• a commonwealth

• a mother country

Which area of the world was most directly affected by the decisions made at the Berlin Conference?

• South America
• India 
• China
• Africa

What role did African delegates have in the Berlin Conference?

• None, they weren't invited
• A strong & dominant role
• An equal role with the European powers

Which of the following is a main player for imperialism?

• China
• India
• Africa
• Great Britain

What was a significant economic motive behind European imperialism in the 19th century?

• Desire for cultural exchange

• Need for new markets and raw materials

• Interest in spreading democracy

• Quest for scientific knowledge