European Imperialism and the Industrial Revolution

What is the definition of imperialism?

• When a powerful country takes control of weaker regions for economic, political, and cultural reasons

• When countries form alliances for mutual benefit

• When a country isolates itself from global affairs

• When a country only trades with its neighbors

Which of the following was a reason for the rise of European imperialism during the Industrial Revolution?

• The need for raw materials like rubber, oil, and cotton

• The desire to spread democracy

• The search for religious freedom

• The wish to reduce population size

Why did countries seek new markets during the era of European imperialism?

• To sell goods produced during the Industrial Revolution

• To find new places to settle their population

• To escape political unrest at home

• To avoid paying taxes

In a protectorate, what is the role of the local government?

• It has no power at all

• It exists but Europeans make major decisions

• It controls trade only

• It controls the economy without government rule

Explain how imperialism could be both political and economic, using the forms of colonial control as examples.

• Only colonies are political, and all others are economic

• Protectorates are economic, and colonies are political

• Some forms involve direct government control (political), while others involve control of trade or economy (economic)

• All forms are only political

What is assimilation in the context of European rule?

• Adopting local culture

• Adopting European culture

• Keeping all traditions

• Allowing local power

Compare Direct Control and Indirect Control. Which system allowed for the retention of some local traditions?

• Direct Control

• Indirect Control

• Both systems

• Neither system

Which of the following is NOT a reason why groups resisted European imperialism?

• To gain more land

• To protect their culture

• To maintain their freedom

• To prevent loss of land

How does resistance to imperialism demonstrate the effects of imperialism?

• It shows imperialism caused conflict and struggle, not just control

• It shows imperialism led to peaceful coexistence

• It shows imperialism was universally accepted

• It shows imperialism improved local economies

Which leader is associated with resistance to European control in Vietnam?

• Ho Chi Minh

• Emilio Aguinaldo

• Zulu King

• Sepoy Leader