Imperialism and Global Trade Dynamics

The video explores imperialism from the late 19th to early 20th century, contrasting old and new forms. Old imperialism focused on trade without territorial control, while new imperialism involved direct control and colonization, especially in the Americas. Economic changes, such as industrialization, drove imperialism, leading to exploitation of resources and labor in colonized regions. Advancements in transportation and communication facilitated global trade. The video also discusses the impact of imperialism on China, highlighting the Opium Wars and resulting treaties.

What is the basic definition of imperialism?

• A country isolating itself from others

• A country controlling another country or area

• A country controlling its own resources

• A country trading with another country

What was the primary focus of old imperialism?

• Territorial expansion

• Cultural assimilation

• Establishing trading posts

• Military conquest

Which European country was known for establishing trading posts along the west coast of Africa?

• Spain

• England

• France

• Portugal

How did industrialization in Western Europe contribute to imperialism?

• By decreasing the need for raw materials

• By increasing the demand for agricultural products

• By reducing the income of Western societies

• By isolating Western countries from trade

What role did England play in the expansion of international trade during imperialism?

• It avoided using tariffs

• It isolated itself from global trade

• It led the way with a substantial colonial empire

• It focused solely on domestic trade

Which transportation advancement significantly reduced trade costs?

• The development of highways

• The invention of airplanes

• The construction of canals

• The creation of bicycles

What was a major communication advancement during the period of imperialism?

• The invention of the telephone

• The development of the internet

• The laying of transoceanic telegraph routes

• The creation of postal services

Before the opium trade, how did China view trade with Western countries?

• Dependent on Western imports

• Highly interested in Western technology

• Indifferent to Western goods

• Eager to trade with the West

What was the result of the first Opium War?

• The opium trade was legalized in China

• China closed its ports to all foreign trade

• China gained control over Hong Kong

• Britain gained control over Hong Kong

What was a significant consequence of the Treaty of Nanking?

• The opium trade was banned

• Four large Chinese cities were opened to foreign trade

• China's trade tariffs increased

• China gained new territories