Imperialism Notes Quiz

What is imperialism?

• A policy of extending power through diplomacy or military force
• A form of government with an emperor
• A belief in equality among nations
• A movement to end colonial rule

Which event marked the peak of European imperialism in Africa?

• The Berlin Conference
• The Boer Wars
• The Zulu Wars
• The Great Trek

Which of the following best describes Social Darwinism?

• Only the strongest nations survive and dominate
• Evolution occurs only in animals
• Strong nations are obligated to help weak ones
• Everyone should be treated equally

King Leopold II is most associated with what African region?

• Congo
• Egypt
• Sudan
• Nigeria

The term "Scramble for Africa" refers to:

• European nations racing to colonize Africa
• An African civil war
• The competition between African tribes
• The escape of Europeans from Africa

The Sepoy Rebellion in India was largely caused by:

• British disrespect for Indian religious practices
• Poor treatment of Indian soldiers
• French colonization attempts
• The lack of natural resources

The British Raj refers to:

• Direct rule of India by the British government
• The Indian independence movement
• British control over tea production
• The Indian military under British command

The Boxer Rebellion was a response to:

• Rising Chinese nationalism and resentment of foreign influence
• French rule in Indochina
• American expansion in Asia
• Economic hardship caused by the Taiping Rebellion

Which country avoided colonization and modernized rapidly after 1867?

• Japan
• Korea
• China
• India

The Meiji Restoration led to:

• Rapid modernization and industrialization
• A return to traditional isoloationism
• A civil war in Japan
• The expansion of Chinese influence