Age of Imperialism

Which of the following is a primary reason for imperialism?

• To promote global peace

• To acquire natural resources and markets

• To establish cultural festivals

A colony is what form of Imperialism?

• A territory controlled by a foreign power.

• A territory ruled directly by a foreign power.

• A territory where a foreign power gets exclusive rights.

What role did missionaries play in Africa before imperialism?

• They led military expeditions

• They explored the interior

• They established trade routes

Why did other countries take note of Africa's natural resources?

• To exploit them for economic gain

• To preserve the environment

• To promote tourism

This slide shows the Berlin Conference. What was the main reason Europeans feared war during the Scramble for Africa?

• Economic recession in Europe

• Lack of resources in Africa

• Fights over African Territories

What was ignored by European nations when dividing Africa?

• Natural resources

• Regard for the people there.

• Economic potential

What is Imperialism?

• To expand a country's territory.

• The conquering of powerful countries by weak countries.

• The conquering of foreign territories by more powerful countries for natural resources.

What does the octopus symbolize in the context of the cartoon?

• England's isolation.

• England's cultural diversity.

• England's expansive control and influence.

How many languages and groups were in Africa before the age of Imperialism?

• 1,000

• 500

• 1

Which European Country was the most brutal to the people of its African territories?

• Belgium

• England

• France