Imperialism Quiz

This stanza from Kipling’s poem is most closely associated with the belief that it was the duty of Western powers to —

• preserve traditional African and Asian cultures

• teach non-European peoples how to produce manufactured goods

• protect existing African and Asian economies

• introduce the benefits of their civilization to non-European peoples

Which area of the world came under the direct control of European powers during the late 19th century?

• F

• G

• H

• J

One similarity between the Sepoy Rebellion in India and the Boxer Rebellion in China was that both were —

• reactions to forms of European imperialism

• movements to establish greater democracy

• efforts to restore trade monopolies

• struggles to Westernize their cultures

During the late 19th century, which geographic factor attracted European imperialists to South Africa?

• smooth coastlines

• natural resources

• navigable rivers

• temperate climates

What event followed when this letter failed to settle differences between Britain and China?

• A) A revolt of Panama

• B) Congress of Vienna

• C) Opium War

• D) Sepoy Rebellion

Which statement is best supported by the data in the graph?

• In 1870, most European nations had colonial empires.

• An increase in Europe’s birth rate led to overseas expansion.

• European colonial areas increased greatly from 1870 to 1914.

• By 1914, Germany controlled the most land area.

What was the principal reason for the success of European interference in China in the late 1800s?

• A) Europeans had superior military technology.

• B) Europeans respected Chinese laws and customs.

• C) Many Chinese adopted European religious practices.

• D) Most Chinese respected Europeans as having a more advanced civilization.

One result of the Opium War was that China —

• adopted democratic reforms

• gained control of Hong Kong

• regained control of Manchuria

• was divided into "spheres of influence"

In this passage, Lord Derby argues that it may be necessary for Britain to take new areas of Africa —

• to preserve the balance of power in Europe

• to protect some areas Britain already owns in Africa

• to obtain new natural resources for British industries

• to spread the British way of life to the people of Africa

Which slogan best reflects the point of view of Cecil Rhodes depicted in this cartoon?

• Speak softly, but carry a Big Stick.

• Embrace African Diversity.

• Unite All Africans.

• Connecting Constantinople to Cairo.