European Colonialism in Southeast Asia

What did Western forces not need much of after 1850?

• Reason for attacking

• Military support

• Economic resources

• Diplomatic relations

What were "pacification campaigns" actually?

• Peace treaties

• Diplomatic missions

• Colonial wars

• Trade agreements

What did Western colonial governments form in Southeast Asia?

• Independent states

• Central governments of great power

• Democratic institutions

• Local councils

What was the primary concern of the new states mentioned in the text?

• Rapid social change

• Expanding official control and success in world trade

• Preserving indigenous views and practices

• Limiting Western influence

What was the Tonkin Free School in Vietnam known for?

• Being a traditional religious school

• Offering modern courses of study

• Being supported by French colonial authorities

• Remaining open without any issues

Why was communicating with people in the country difficult for the new intellectuals?

• Different social and cultural world

• Lack of technology

• Language differences

• Geographical barriers

What concept was particularly difficult to explain to the wider population?

• Democracy

• Nationalism

• Industrialization

• Globalization

What was a common view of laborers under colonial rule?

• Well-treated

• Mistreated

• Highly paid

• Respected

What was a deep-seated feeling towards foreigners in many areas?

• Admiration

• Hatred

• Indifference

• Curiosity

What did the events of the 1930s revolts show about the masses?

• They were content

• They were considerably upset

• They were indifferent

• They were supportive of colonial rule