Colonialism and Imperialism in Africa

The video explores the exploitation and atrocities in the Congo Free State under King Leopold II, driven by the demand for rubber during the late 19th century. It discusses the New Imperialism, highlighting the expansion of European empires and the resulting inequalities in colonies. The video also covers the resistance against colonial rule, both locally and internationally, leading to the end of Leopold's brutal regime.

What was the primary resource extracted from the Congo Free State under King Leopold II?

• Gold

• Rubber

• Diamonds

• Oil

Which term describes the late 19th and early 20th-century expansion of European empires?

• Industrial Imperialism

• New Imperialism

• Colonialism

• Old Imperialism

What was one of the main reasons European empires sought new colonies during the New Imperialism era?

• To spread democracy

• To find new allies

• To acquire raw materials

• To promote cultural exchange

How did European colonial powers justify their control over colonies?

• By claiming to bring civilization

• By ensuring equal rights

• By offering economic independence

• By promoting local governance

What was the Force Publique in the Congo Free State?

• A private army enforcing Leopold's rule

• A humanitarian organization

• A local resistance group

• A trade union

What was a common punishment for failing to meet rubber quotas in the Congo Free State?

• Dismemberment

• Fines

• Exile

• Imprisonment

Who was one of the early reformers that campaigned against the atrocities in the Congo Free State?

• John Arthur

• Mark Twain

• George Washington Williams

• Edie Morrell

What role did international pressure play in ending Leopold's control over the Congo Free State?

• It resulted in a peace treaty

• It forced the Belgian parliament to take control

• It led to immediate independence

• It had no effect

What was the outcome for the Congo Free State after Leopold lost control?

• It was returned to local control

• It was divided among European powers

• It became a Belgian colony

• It gained independence

What was the public reaction to King Leopold II's death?

• He was honored with a state funeral

• He was largely ignored

• He was celebrated as a hero

• He was booed during his funeral