Scramble for Africa

What is the “Scramble for Africa”?

• A movement to promote African independence in the 20th century.
• The establishment of trade routes between Africa and Asia.
• A cultural exchange program between European and African nations.
• The 'Scramble for Africa' was the rapid colonization of Africa by European powers in the late 19th century.

How did the motives of exploration change leading up to the Scramble for Africa?

• The main goal shifted to establishing diplomatic relations with African kingdoms.
• The motives of exploration changed from trade and discovery to economic exploitation and imperialism.
• The motives remained focused on scientific research and cultural exchange.
• Exploration was primarily driven by religious missions and spreading Christianity.

Who was Henry Morton Stanley? What did he accomplish?

• A famous painter known for his landscapes.
• Henry Morton Stanley was an explorer known for finding David Livingstone and exploring the Congo.
• An author who wrote about the American West.
• A scientist who discovered penicillin.

How did the end of the slave trade and capitalism influence the Scramble for Africa?

• The end of the slave trade and capitalism led to increased European competition for African resources, driving the Scramble for Africa.
• The end of the slave trade caused European nations to unite against African nations.
• Capitalism resulted in the abolition of colonialism in Africa.
• The end of the slave trade led to a decrease in European interest in Africa.

What were three “other factors” that gave Europeans an advantage in the Scramble for Africa?

• Strong diplomatic relations
• Rich natural resources
• Superior military technology, effective communication and transportation networks, exploitation of local divisions.
• Advanced agricultural techniques