Colonial Conquests in Africa

The video discusses the Scramble for Africa, focusing on the changes in colonial territories from 1800 to the late 1800s. It highlights the Brussels Conference of 1876 and the Berlin Conference of 1884-85, which were pivotal in shaping European interests in Africa. The video also covers the roles of key figures like King Leopold and Bismarck, and the impact of these conferences on European and indigenous populations. It concludes with an overview of European conquests and treaties, detailing the territorial gains of countries like Britain, Germany, and France.

What significant change occurred in Africa's territorial control from 1800 to the late 1800s?

• Britain lost all its territories.

• Africa remained largely unchanged.

• France gained control of the entire continent.

• European powers significantly increased their territories.

What was the main purpose of the Brussels Conference of 1876?

• To coordinate European efforts in Africa.

• To promote African independence.

• To establish trade routes in Asia.

• To end European colonization.

Who was a key figure in the Brussels Conference and played a significant role in the Scramble for Africa?

• David Livingstone

• Cecil Rhodes

• King Leopold of Belgium

• Otto von Bismarck

What was a major outcome of the Berlin Conference of 1884-85?

• The end of European colonization.

• The unification of African tribes.

• The establishment of free trade in the Congo Basin.

• The abolition of slavery in Africa.

Which European power gained the most from the Berlin Conference?

• France

• Germany

• Italy

• Portugal

Which territories did Britain acquire during its conquests in Africa?

• Madagascar and Egypt

• Eritrea and Somalia

• Togoland and Cameroon

• Gold Coast and Nigeria

What was a significant result of Germany's conquests in Africa?

• Acquisition of the Suez Canal

• Control over the Nile River

• Annexation of Madagascar

• Establishment of the German East Africa Company

Which country did Italy acquire territories from during the Scramble for Africa?

• Britain

• France

• Germany

• Portugal

Which European country was the biggest competitor to Britain in Africa?

• Belgium

• France

• Germany

• Italy

What was the status of Madagascar by 1897?

• A British colony

• An independent nation

• A German protectorate

• A French colony