Expansion and Resistance: Crash Course European History

The video explores 19th-century European history, focusing on nation-building and colonial expansion. It discusses the contradictions of European societies promoting rights while denying them in colonies. The video covers European imperial activities in Asia, Africa, and the Pacific, highlighting the tools and methods used for expansion, such as industrial advancements and local collaborations. It also addresses resistance to imperialism and its social impacts, including rebellions and demographic changes. The justifications for imperialism, such as Social Darwinism, and its lasting legacy on race and global relations are examined.

What was a key contradiction in 19th-century European colonialism?

• European nations did not support the rule of law.

• Colonial expansion often involved taking away rights from others.

• Colonies had more rights than European nations.

• The rule of law was applied equally in colonies.

What was a significant outcome of the Opium Wars?

• The French gained control over Chinese ports.

• The British stopped trading opium.

• China opened new ports to British trade.

• China banned all European trade.

How did European powers use railroads in their colonies?

• To provide public transportation for colonized people.

• To connect local communities.

• To improve local infrastructure.

• To transport goods to ports quickly.

What was the impact of quinine on European imperialism?

• It was banned by European governments.

• It made European expansion into Africa's interior possible.

• It was used to trade with indigenous people.

• It was a luxury item for European elites.

What was a common form of resistance to colonial rule?

• Supporting colonial governments.

• Joining colonial armies.

• Embracing European culture.

• Rebelling against colonial authorities.

How did some local people benefit under colonial rule?

• By isolating themselves from European influence.

• By becoming high-level agents for European companies.

• By leading rebellions against colonizers.

• By refusing to engage with colonial authorities.

What was a consequence of the discovery of diamond and gold mines in South Africa?

• It resulted in the independence of South Africa.

• It provided an impetus for further colonization.

• It caused European powers to leave Africa.

• It led to the end of colonization.

What was one justification used by imperialists for their conquests?

• To establish democratic governments.

• To save civilization from violent brutes.

• To promote global peace.

• To learn from other cultures.

What was a significant effect of the Berlin Conference?

• It promoted fair trade in Africa.

• It intensified imperial competition.

• It established African independence.

• It ended European imperialism.

What was a common belief among Social Darwinists?

• Colonialism was unnecessary for human progress.

• White people needed to engage in conquest to preserve their superiority.

• All races were equally evolved.

• Imperialism was a threat to civilization.