LHS - Africa Review

Define imperialism.

• A system of government where power is held by the people

• A policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force

• A form of government where a single person rules with absolute power

• A belief in the superiority of one race over another

What was one effect of imperialism on the continent of Africa?

• Strengthening of local cultures and traditions

• Establishment of new borders without regard to ethnic or cultural divisions

• Complete independence and self-governance for all African nations

• Unification of all African countries into a single nation

What happened to the African borders set during the Berlin Conference when African countries started gaining independence?

• They were completely dissolved

• They remained largely unchanged

• They were redrawn to reflect ethnic and cultural divisions

• They were expanded to include more territories

What is apartheid?

• A policy of racial segregation and discrimination in South Africa

• A form of government where the military holds power

• A system of economic equality and shared resources

• A cultural movement promoting African art and music

How is apartheid a legacy of imperialism and decolonization?

• It was a system of racial segregation established by colonial powers.

• It was a peaceful transition to democracy.

• It was a result of economic prosperity.

• It was a cultural exchange program.

What was Nelson Mandela’s leadership style while he served as President of South Africa?

• Authoritarian and strict

• Inclusive and peaceful

• Isolated and indifferent

• Aggressive and confrontational

Who were the Hutus?

• A minority ethnic group in Rwanda

• A majority ethnic group in Rwanda

• A colonial power in Rwanda

• A neighboring country to Rwanda

Who were the Tutsis?

• A majority ethnic group in Rwanda

• A minority ethnic group in Rwanda

• A colonial power in Rwanda

• A neighboring country to Rwanda

Who did Germans and Belgians favor - the Hutus or the Tutsis? Why?

• Hutus, because they were the majority

• Tutsis, because they were seen as more European

• Hutus, because they were more cooperative

• Tutsis, because they were the majority

How did decolonization eventually lead to the Rwandan Genocide? (Hint: Think about what happened when Belgium left Rwanda).

• It created economic prosperity.

• It led to power struggles and ethnic tensions.

• It resulted in immediate peace and stability.

• It caused a cultural renaissance.