Imperialism and Its Global Impact

Who was King Leopold II, and how did he justify his imperialist policies in the Congo?

• A Belgian king who claimed to civilize the Congo

• A French emperor who sought resources in Africa

• A British monarch who expanded into India

• A German chancellor who unified his country

What was the primary goal of the Berlin Conference of 1884–1885?

• To divide Africa among European powers

• To establish trade routes in Asia

• To negotiate peace in Europe

• To form alliances in South America

How did quinine contribute to European imperialism in Africa?

• It cured malaria, allowing deeper exploration

• It was a valuable trade commodity

• It was used as a currency in trade

• It was a symbol of European power

What role did the Suez Canal play in British imperialism in Egypt?

• It provided a shortcut to India

• It was a site for military bases

• It was a source of gold and silver

• It was a cultural exchange center

What were the consequences of the Boer Wars for black Africans in South Africa?

• Displacement and loss of land

• Gained political power

• Economic prosperity

• Cultural renaissance

Explain how the Scramble for Africa affected African societies.

• It led to the division and colonization of Africa

• It resulted in African nations gaining independence

• It caused a technological boom in Africa

• It unified African tribes under one government

What was the Treaty of Waitangi, and what were its consequences for the Maori people of New Zealand?

• An agreement that led to land loss for the Maori

• A trade deal that enriched the Maori

• A military alliance with the Maori

• A cultural exchange program with the Maori

How did the Monroe Doctrine reflect U.S. imperialistic ambitions in the Western Hemisphere?

• It opposed European colonization in the Americas

• It encouraged European trade in the Americas

• It supported European colonization in Africa

• It promoted European alliances in Asia

Compare the forms of imperialism in state-run colonies and settler colonies, using specific examples.

• State-run colonies were directly controlled by the government, while settler colonies were populated by immigrants

• State-run colonies were independent, while settler colonies were under military rule

• State-run colonies were economically focused, while settler colonies were culturally focused

• State-run colonies were temporary, while settler colonies were permanent

How did Japan's industrialization during the Meiji Restoration influence its imperialist policies?

• It enabled Japan to expand its empire

• It led to Japan's isolation from the world

• It caused Japan to focus on internal development

• It resulted in Japan's decline in power