Imperialism Unit Quiz

Which of the following best describes the national boundaries that existed in Africa at the end of the 19th Century?

• Ancient boundaries

• Imposed by Europeans

• Geographically logical

• Established by indigenous populations

What happened as a result of the Sepoy Mutiny?

• Rights for Indians increased under British rule.

• The East India Company was allowed to have soldiers

• The British government took direct command of India

• Indians gained independence from Britain

The PRIMARY objective of the Boxer Rebellion was to-

• Overthrow the Qing Dynasty

• Rid China of foreign influence

• Replace the Tokugawa shogunate

• Establish economic reforms in Japan

Why was the construction of the Suez Canal important?

• It allowed the Egyptians easy access to Europe

• It allowed Europeans easy access to Asia

• It protected Egypt against invasions from the east

• It protected Europe against invasions from the south

Why was India called the “jewel in the crown”?

• It was the most valuable of all of Britain’s colonies.

• It had a vast supply of diamonds, rubies and sapphires

• The sepoys were a perfects model of successful imperialism

• The success of India’s self-sufficient economy strengthened Britain

Which was not a reason for European imperialism in the 1800s?

• Nationalistic pride and competition

• Economic competition for new markets

• Belief in superiority of the European way of life

• Desire to increase the amount of soldiers for their armies

What is one reason for Japan’s involvement in the first Sino-Japanese War and the annexation of Korea?

• Pursuit of imperialistic goals

• Reaction to foreign invasion

• Institution of five-year plans

• Need for warm-water port

Much of which area of the world came under European control in the 19th century?

• Japan

• Southwest Asia

• Africa

• Latin America

Which African group centralized its rule and adopted new military techniques that challenged the power of the British and the Boers in Africa?

• Zulu

• Ashanti

• Ibo

• Masai

The annexation of Korea and Japan’s invasion of Manchuria were attempts by Japan to

• Spread Shinto beliefs

• Protect human rights

• Acquire natural resources

• Establish theocratic governments