AP World History Imperialism

Why did anti-colonial movements struggle to overthrow the imperial rule?

• Social divisions

• Less technological advancement

• Loss of culture

• Syncretism of religions

What did imperial powers sometimes try to impose on the natives they controlled?

• European national identity

• Resource native to Europe

• Marxist ideas from Germany

• European social hierarchy

In the time period c. 1750-1900, where did migrant workers typically seek work?

• Industrial cities

• Tropical plantations

• Small grain farms

• Uncharted territory, such as the Great Plains

Imperialism time period?

• 1800 - 1920 CE

• 1860 - 1920 CE

• 1890 - 1920 CE

• 1750 - 1900 CE

What European empire (country) took control of the Congo?

• Netherlands (Dutch)

• Belgium

• Britain

• France

Opium Wars occurred when and where (what region)?

• Southeast Asia, 1750's

• East Asia, 1840's

• East Asia, 1890's

• Southeast Asia, 1820's

In the late 1400's and early 1500's the Portuguese began establishing trade posts in this region?

• Oceania

• Caribbean

• South Asia

• Middle East

What was the primary motivation behind European imperialism in the 19th century?

• Economic gain and resource extraction

• Religious conversion

• Cultural exchange

• Scientific exploration

Which of the following countries was NOT a major imperial power during the Age of Imperialism?

• Germany

• Japan

• Italy

• Brazil

The Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 was significant because it:

• Ended the Opium Wars

• Divided Africa among European powers

• Established the League of Nations

• Led to the independence of India