Module 18 - The Age of Imperialism

Why was the Sepoy Mutiny important in Indian history?

• A. It marked the beginning of the Indian independence movement

• B. Britain took full control of India

• C. It led to the establishment of the Indian National Congress

• D. It resulted in the abolition of the caste system

What was the goal of assimilation?

• To promote local traditions and customs

• To have locals adopt European culture

• To encourage independence from colonial powers

• To establish a separate cultural identity

What happened at the Berlin Conference?

• A. Europeans made a plan to divide Africa peacefully.

• B. African leaders negotiated independence from European powers.

• C. A treaty was signed to end the slave trade in Africa.

• D. European nations agreed to share resources in Africa equally.

Who were the caudillos in 1800s Latin America?

• A. Political philosophers

• B. Landowners

• C. Military rulers

• D. Foreign diplomats

Put these canal events in the right order (1 = first, 4 = last): A French company fails to build the canal, The U.S. Navy helps Panama become independent, Panama gives the U.S. land to build the canal, The Panama Canal officially opens

• 1. A French company fails to build the canal, 2. The Panama Canal officially opens, 3. Panama gives the U.S. land to build the canal, 4. The U.S. Navy helps Panama become independent

• 1. The U.S. Navy helps Panama become independent, 2. Panama gives the U.S. land to build the canal, 3. A French company fails to build the canal, 4. The Panama Canal officially opens

• 1. A French company fails to build the canal, 2. Panama gives the U.S. land to build the canal, 3. The Panama Canal officially opens, 4. The U.S. Navy helps Panama become independent

• 1. A French company fails to build the canal, 2. The U.S. Navy helps Panama become independent, 3. Panama gives the U.S. land to build the canal, 4. The Panama Canal officially opens

What lasting effect did European imperialism leave in Southeast Asia?

• Increased economic prosperity and stability

• Strengthened local governance and autonomy

• Racial and religious conflicts continue

• Unified cultural identity across the region

What caused the Sepoy Mutiny to start?

• A. The introduction of new rifles that were not well received

• B. Rumors said gun cartridges had beef and pork fat

• C. The British decision to impose higher taxes on Indian farmers

• D. The arrest of Indian leaders who opposed British rule

What were some major reasons for imperialism? (Choose 4)

• A. Economic competition among nations

• B. Social Darwinism

• C. Technological advancements in warfare

• D. A desire for new markets

Fill in the blanks: India sent I. __________ to Britain, and bought II. __________ made in Britain.

• C. Tobacco 

• B. Sugar 

• E. Cloth 

• D. Rubber 

• A. Cotton