Ch. 27 The Age of Imperialism

Which ideology suggested that Europeans were superior and had a duty to civilize others?

• Social Darwinism

• Marxism

• Liberalism

• Anarchism

What was the economic motivation behind imperialism?

• Seeking resources and markets

• Promoting cultural exchange

• Encouraging political alliances

• Supporting environmental conservation

What was one of the weaknesses among African tribes that Europeans capitalized on?

• Advanced weaponry

• Lack of resources

• Divisions among tribes

• Strong leadership

What was a consequence of the Berlin Conference for African rulers?

• They gained more power

• They were excluded from the conference

• They formed alliances with Europe

• They received financial aid

What tactics were used in the first modern war during the Boer War?

• Naval battles

• Trench warfare

• Aerial bombings

• Commando raids and guerrilla tactics

In the indirect method of control, who was responsible for most of the colony's daily management?

• Colonial officials

• Local ruler

• Foreign diplomats

• Economic advisors

What is the policy of assimilation?

• Encouraging colonies to maintain their own customs

• Forcing colonies to adopt the mother country’s institutions and customs

• Allowing colonies to trade freely

• Promoting local governance

Why was the Ottoman Empire's territory desirable to European powers?

• It had rich mineral resources

• It had a large population

• It was an important trade route

• It was a center of art and culture

What was the main goal of Russia in the Crimean War?

• To gain a warm-weather port

• To expand into Asia

• To form an alliance with Britain

• To conquer France

What was the impact of "The Great Game" on Persia?

• It became a unified nation

• It was annexed by Russia

• It was annexed by Britain

• It was divided into British and Russian spheres