Imperialism Test - Mr. Worley’s World History - Spring 2024

Nationalism is:

• a political ideology that involves a strong identification of a group of individuals with a nation

• a form of government where power is held by the people

• an economic system where trade and industry are controlled by private owners for profit

• a social system in which the state owns and controls the means of production

What did Great Britain possess that allowed them to industrialize quickly and effectively?

• Abundant natural resources

• Advanced technology

• Skilled labor force

• Strong military power

Otto Von Bismarck’s Policy of ‘Realpolitik’ can be summarized as:

• A pragmatic approach to politics focused on practical and material factors rather than ethical objectives.

• A policy based on ethical and moral principles.

• A strategy that emphasizes the importance of international alliances.

• A diplomatic approach that prioritizes cultural and historical ties.

Which two groups did Otto Von Bismarck distrust?

• The Catholics and the Socialists

• The Liberals and the Conservatives

• The Monarchists and the Republicans

• The Nationalists and the Communists

The motives driving European Imperialism in Africa and across the globe included:

• Economic gain, political power, and cultural superiority

• Religious freedom, artistic expression, and scientific exploration

• Isolationism, neutrality, and self-sufficiency

• Environmental conservation, humanitarian aid, and technological advancement

What were some of the advantages European nations had over indigenous populations?

• Advanced technology and weapons

• Larger population

• Better agricultural techniques

• Stronger political systems

The Berlin Conference of 1884 was a significant event. Who was present at the conference?

• Only European powers

• Only African leaders

• Both European and African leaders

• Neither European nor African leaders

Which African Nation successfully resisted European Imperialism?

• Ethiopia

• Nigeria

• Kenya

• South Africa

The Opium War was fought between which two countries, what caused it, and what were two results of the Treaty of Nanjing?

• China and Britain; caused by the trade of opium; resulted in the cession of Hong Kong and opening of five ports to British trade.

• China and France; caused by territorial disputes; resulted in the cession of Macau and opening of three ports to French trade.

• China and Japan; caused by cultural conflicts; resulted in the cession of Taiwan and opening of two ports to Japanese trade.

• China and the United States; caused by economic sanctions; resulted in the cession of Shanghai and opening of four ports to American trade.

What natural resource was highly sought after in the Congo? Who exposed the atrocities in The Congo and what did she use to do so? Extra Credit: How many Congolese people died during the Crises?

• Rubber; E.D. Morel; Photographs; 10 million

• Gold; Joseph Conrad; Novels; 5 million

• Diamonds; Roger Casement; Reports; 3 million

• Ivory; Alice Seeley Harris; Letters; 8 million