The New Imperialism

What was social Darwinism? the change from nation to empire through imperialism the belief that social values should be shared with other nations the aim of imperialists to settle new land the application of Darwin's theories to human societies

the application of Darwin's theories to human societies

Iran remained a politically independent nation. However, Russia controlled trade in northern Iran, and Britain controlled trade in southern Iran. This is an example of a._ The British took control of Burma and made it a province of India, which was also under the control of the British government. Burma and India were British._ When the British took over Kenya, they created a government of British civil servants that did not include any native Kenyans. Therefore, Kenya was subject to._

1.sphere of influence 2.colonies 3.direct rule

How was a colony different from a protectorate? A colony was protected by an imperial power, but a protectorate was not. A protectorate helped defend an imperial power, and a colony did not. A colony was independent of an imperial power, but a protectorate was not. A colony was controlled by an imperial power, but a protectorate was not.

A colony was controlled by an imperial power, but a protectorate was not.

Which area was colonized under new imperialism? Africa South America Australia North America

Africa

What is the main idea of the poem "The Black Man's Burden"? Africans are being mistreated but will fight for their rights. Africans need to uphold Europeans' honor. Europeans need to share their civilized cultures. Africans need to exhibit imperialism in Europe.

Africans are being mistreated but will fight for their rights.

Explain how the authors of "The White Man's Burden" and "The Black Man's Burden" have different perspectives on European imperialism.

Both Kipling and Johnson describe imperialism, but from different perspectives. Kipling writes as an imperialist and uses his belief in European superiority to defend imperialist practices. Johnson, however, takes the position of native peoples and shows imperialism as an abuse of power.

Frederick Lugard justifies Britain's actions of imperialism by saying that Britain will be honored for its efforts to improve foreign societies. Britain acts on foreigners' request to be taught about liberty and responsibility. Britain is required to fulfill the theory of social Darwinism. Britain is powerful and deserving of any riches it can earn.

Britain will be honored for its efforts to improve foreign societies.

How were old imperialism and new imperialism similar? Imperialists sought gold, cash crops, and trade goods. Asia was a major focus of colonization. Imperialists aimed to build large empires. Colonies existed for the benefit of a mother country.

Colonies existed for the benefit of a mother country.

Europeans who ruled territories directly denied the influence of native people because imperialists were afraid that native people would make trade agreements with their enemies. Europeans saw territories as an extension of a home country, so they demanded that native people conform. native people under direct rule had weak leadership, so they did not want or expect to have influence. Europeans saw native people as racially superior, so they felt the need to demand that native people conform to Western ways to protect their culture.

Europeans saw territories as an extension of a home country, so they demanded that native people conform.

In what ways did industrialization lead to increased imperialism? Check all that apply. Industrialized countries wanted larger workforces. Industrialized countries wanted access to raw materials. Industrialized countries wanted refueling stations for their naval vessels. Industrialized countries wanted a reduction in their overseas commitments. Industrialized countries wanted new markets in which to sell their goods.

Industrialized countries wanted access to raw materials. Industrialized countries wanted refueling stations for their naval vessels. Industrialized countries wanted new markets in which to sell their goods.

How did advanced weaponry help Europe during new imperialism? It became Europe's most valuable trade export. It gave imperialists even more power over non-Europeans. It enabled Europeans to protect themselves from invaders. It convinced colonies of Europe's cultural superiority.

It gave imperialists even more power over non-Europeans.

Which lines in this excerpt show ethnocentrism? Take up the White Man's burden-/Send forth the best ye breed- Go bind your sons to exile/To serve your captives' need; To serve your captives' needs;/To wait in heavy harness, Your new-caught, sullen peoples,/Half-devil and half-child.

Your new-caught, sullen peoples,/Half-devil and half-child.

What is the definition of imperialism? a strong belief in the superiority of one's culture over others a nation's rule by a monarch, emperor, or other powerful leader a country's political, economic, and social domination over another an intense sense of devotion to one's own country or people

a country's political, economic, and social domination over another

Background information: An African American wrote this poem, "The Black Man's Burden," as a response to Kipling's poem. How does Johnson describe imperialism? as a bloody local conflict as a distraction to domestic US problems as stronger countries abusing their power as weaker countries beating industrialized armi

as stronger countries abusing their power

Under New Imperialism, Europe did not need large numbers of people to control colonies because of decades of proven leadership under old imperialism. improved transportation, communication, and other advantages. carefully forged relationships with colonies' existing governments. strong central control from within European nations.

improved transportation, communication, and other advantages.

increased competition for power among European states and led to imperialism.

industrialization

Focus on the last line of this stanza. According to this stanza, why should nations attempt to become imperialist powers? to win the gratitude of native peoples to take the easier, more popular path to win the respect of other industrialized countries to help their economy grow and to establish new markets

to win the respect of other industrialized countries