Chapter 16: Imperialism

What are the major causes and effects of European imperialism?

• Economic growth and cultural exchange

• Political stability and peace

• Major economic exploitation and cultural changes

• Technological regression and isolation

Which motivations influenced European imperialism?

• Political, economic, and social

• Religious, cultural, and technological

• Environmental, scientific, and artistic

• Educational, recreational, and spiritual

What roles did military, transportation, and communication technology play in 19th-century imperialism?

• They hindered imperialism

• They had no impact

• They advanced and initiated imperialism

• They were only used for defense

How did imperialism have different characteristics in different places?

• Cultural adaptation

• Uniform policies

• Economic exploitation

• Military presence

Was the overall impact of imperialism good or bad?

• Good

• Bad

• Both good and bad

• Neither

Which regions did European countries have trading posts in during the colonial period?

• Africa, India, and Southeast Asia

• North America and Australia

• South America and Antarctica

• Europe and the Middle East

What was a major reason European countries could not travel inland in these regions?

• Lack of interest

• Lack of technology

• Hostile local populations

• Poor weather conditions

By the late 1800s, which valuable resources attracted European powers to Africa?

• Oil and gas

• Gold and diamonds

• Copper and manganese

• Iron ore and uranium

What was one of the motivations for Europeans to spread their ideas and culture to non-Europeans during the New Imperialism?

• Economic gain

• White Man’s Burden

• Military expansion

• Scientific research

What did the Industrial Revolution push Europeans to search for during the New Imperialism?

• New allies and territories

• New markets and raw materials

• New technologies and inventions

• New religions and philosophies