15b
13. How did Britain think of India?
(1) as the "Brightest Jewel" in the crown of its empire (2) as both a market and a source of raw materials (3) as a land in need of railroads, peace, and order
What kind of factors most directly influenced the United States to take control of the Hawaiian Islands
Economic
An independent but less-developed country controlled by private business rather than other governments
Economic Imperialism
Why did Europeans want colonies?
Economic growth,power, wealth, and prestige.
7. What was the effect of the Taiping Rebellion on China?
A weakened China couldn't stop Russia from seizing land in Northern China for a port.
1. How were efforts to Westernize problematic for the Ottoman empire?
Adoption of Western styles of government led to resentment of foreign influence and increased tensions.
Hong Kong
After it defeated China in the Opium War, Britain took control of which Chinese island?
Where did early exploration of Africa primarily take place
Along the coast
What role did religion play in Armenian Genocide
Armenians were mostly Christian and were suspected of allying with fellow Christians
15. What role did religion play in the Armenian genocide?
Armenians were mostly Christian, and were suspected of allying with fellow Christians.
How did Britain think of India
As the brightest jewel in the crown of its Empire and as a land in need of railroads, peace and Order
Which of the following statements about imperialism in Africa is NOT true? A. Some European nations took control of governments in African countries. B. African nations were never able to mount any sort of revolt against their colonizers because of the gap between their technology and that of the Europeans C. Europeans hoped that African colonies would never develop to the point that they would buy a significant amount of European goods, but this never developed because of harsh colonial rule. D. All of Above are True
B. African nations were never able to mount any sort of revolt against their colonizers because of the gap between their technology and that of the Europeans
Which of the following was NOT a major raw material traded between India and the British? A. Jute B. Oil C. Cotton D. Tea
B. Oil
Which of the following best describes Geopolitics? A. To take control of certain tribes and people to grow one's military power B. Taking of land for its strategic location or products C. Using political influence to force local tribes to extract raw materials D. All of the Above
B. Taking of land for its strategic location or products
- in 1855, Benito Juarez and other liberals gained power and opened an era of reform known as La Reforma - was a Mexican lawyer and politician. coming from a Zapotec Indian heritage and peasant family background, he supported reforms to help oppressed people in Mexico. he helped start the La Reforma movement and became president of Mexico in 1861. he died while in office, but his reforms helped unite Mexico and bring mestizos into politics
Benito Juarez and La Reforma
Imperialism is dominance over weaker nations in which of the following aspects? a. Politically b. Economically C. Socially D. All of the above
D. All of the above
to expand their nations and need of resources
Describe the motivation behind European imperialism.
what is a tributary state and what countries did Korea interact with after closing their ports to western countries
independent but acknowledges the supremacy of a stronger state-China and sometimes Japan
- these indigenous, or original, inhabitants were called Aborigines, a European word for earliest people to live in a place - original or native inhabitants of a country or region
indigenous
Why did King Leopold turn over the Congo to Belgium?
international outrage about torturing/brutalizing villages forced him to turn over his personal colony to the Belgian government
how did the Berlin conference decide Africa's fate
it set new rules for the settlement and development of colonies in Africa
why did Britain want to control the Suez canal
it was a shortcut to india
according to the text, which challenges did the Chinese republic face after the fall of the Qing dynasty
it was often involved in internal wars or war with foreign invaders
which of the following was an effect of British colonial rule on education in India?
new British schools mostly benefited the sons of wealthy Indian families
for which reason did Persia attract foreign interest in the early 1900s
oil was discovered in persia
Many Indians and mestizos fell into peonage to their employers
peonage
With few roads and no tradition of unity, the new nations were weakened by regionalism, or loyalty to a local area
regionalism
What changes did the Tokugawa Shoguns make upon taking power?
reimposed centralized feudalism on Japan, bringing the daimyo under their control and presiding over a long period of peace
Goal of Wahhabi movement?
rejected schools of theology/law and wanted to recapture the purity and simplicity of Muhammad's original teachings
What did Ram Mohun Roy do to promote Indian Nationalism
set up educational societies that helped revive pride in Indian culture
which person is most likely being described in the text
sun yixian
which of the following was one effect of the sepoy rebellion
the British parliament put India under the rule of the British government and monarch
8. What major river did King Leopold II of Belgium send an explorer to, leading to Belgian control of the region?
the Congo
how did colonial divisions in Africa lead to conflict between native African tribes
the European powers did not create boundaries based on tribal divisions and forced rival tribes to live with each other
How did Muhammad become the "founder of modern Egypt"
the French occupation had disrupted Egypt's traditional government, which gave him an opportunity to remake Europe
6. Under this policy, The United States claimed "international police power" in the Western Hemisphere.
the Roosevelt Corollary
which major river did king Leopold ii of Belgium send an explorer to, leading to Belgian control of the region
the congo
what effect did British rule have on the slave trade during the age of new imperialism
the slave trade was banned in Britain and all of its colonies
which best describes forces that shaped pre colonial africa
the south: rival groups battle for control; the north: old power structure declines
which statement summarizes a pattern of response to western imperialism in south asia
the upper classes benefited most and often embraced colonial rule
what advantage did industrialization give Europe when colonizing
the use of rifles and other military technology was unmatched by locals
what was one reason many africans resisted European colonization efforts
they disagreed with many European ideas and cultures
how were western nations able to expand their control over Asia and Africa so quickly
they had strong governments,, advanced economies and technology, and military power
How did Filipino rebels get involved in the Spanish-American War?
they supported the United States, hoping for independence
1. Which was a greater motivation for European imperialism in the late 1800s?
to claim new lands for natural resources
3. Which of the following was the main goal of the Boxer Uprising?
to drive out foreign influences
which of the following best summarizes the causes of imperialism in the late 1800s?
westerners wanted to spread their religion, sell manufactured goods, and gain territory to compete w other countries
How did technology play a role in opening Southeast Asia and the Pacific to foreign influence?
Faster and more powerful ships were able to transport employers and troops to ore faraway lands
Which Western Nation had the most influence over Muslim countries in North Africa during the age of new imperialism
France
Which of the following groups settled in Sierra Leone
Freed slaves
- The west referred to these holdings as French Indochina - western name for the colonial holdings of France on mainland Southeast Asia; present- day Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia
French Indochina
Who did Japan model their government after and how was it structured
Germany-emperor had autocratic(unlimited power); legislature (diet) made up of one elected house and one house appointed by the emperor; bureaucracy(western-style)
He wanted to rebuild China on "Three Principles of the People": nationalism, democracy, and livelihood. On the other hand, the Righteous Harmonious Fists attacked and killed foreigners across China.
How did Sun Yixian differ from the Righteous Harmonious Fists in terms of efforts to resist Western imperialsim?
which of the following was the immediate cause of the sepoy rebellion
Indian soldiers were forced to use pig and cow based cartridges in their guns
8. Which of the following was the immediate cause of the Sepoy Rebellion?
Indian soldiers were forced to use pig-and-cow-based cartridges in their guns.
What is the difference between direct and indirect rule?
Indirect rule is when the invaders allowed the country's leader to maintain control, but the invaders were the highest authority. Direct control is when the invaders treat the country like kids, making the country's citizens dependent on them.
- This humiliation led to an uprising in which the government was overthrown and replaced by Mutsuhito, who was declared Emperor Meiji - (1852-1912) was declared emperor Meiji in 1868 following the death of his father, the emperor Come. embodied a blend of Western and Japanese ideals, seeking out foreign examples as models for his country. he initiated major political, economic, and cultural reforms that led to an era of rapid modernization
Mutsuhito
Why did Great Britain modernize India
NEW MARKETS AND NATURAL RESOURCES
5. Which of the following was one cause of the Armenian genocide?
Nationalist sentiments led to the persecution of the Armenians.
1. For which reason did Persia attract foreign interest in the early 1900s?
Oil was discovered in Persia.
Why was Russia so eager to expand into Ottoman territory in the Middle East?
Russia wanted access to a warm water port, and also to be closer to the growing imperialism in Africa
An area in which a nation claims exclusive investment or trading privileges
Sphere of Influence
which of the following was a negative effect the western imperial rule had on africa
colonies were forced to import cheap European manufactured goods
how did western imperialism affect the culture of the colonies
colonized people were encouraged to adopt christianity and European culture, and local traditions weakened
What was the "great game"
competition between Russia and Britain for the region (southwest expansion)
What impact would foreign influence have on Japan?
deepend the social and economic unrest
- A legislature, or diet, was formed, but the emperor held absolute power - assembly or legislature
diet
How did Western powers gain the upper hang in Muslim regions of the world?
diplomacy and military threats-won treaties giving them favorable trading terms
7. How do direct and indirect rule differ?
direct rule: European officials govern colonies indirect rule: approved locals govern
how do direct and indirect rule differ
direct rule: European officials govern colonies; indirect rule: approved locals govern
27. What kind of factors most directly influenced the United States to take control of the Hawaiian islands?
economic
What did Muhammad do to reform Egypt and strengthen it?
ended power of old ruling oligarchy and seized huge farms from old landowning class; encouraged development of local industries; improved tax collection; backed large irrigation projects
2. What does a nation seek to do if it has a policy of imperialism?
expand its' influence and power around the world
10. Which of the following groups settled in Sierra Leone?
freed slaves
- it was a homogeneous society- that is, its people shared a common culture and language - society that has common culture and language
homogeneous society
Why was Japan able to modernize so quickly
homogeneous society
what did Great Britain gain from the treaty of nanjing
hong kong
True
True or False. Africans believed they should be able to govern themselves.
Boer war
a war in which Great Britain defeated the bores of south africa
what was the effect of the taiping rebellion on china
a weakened china couldn't stop Russia from seizing land in north china for a port
how were efforts to westernize problematic for the ottoman empire
adoption of western styles of government led to resentment of foreign influence and increased tensions
How did China change after the Boxer Uprising?
all forced to support westernization
8. Where did early exploration of Africa primarily take place?
along the coasts
True of False? The British ceased all connections with the Pacific Rim following WWI
False
In 1823, American President James Monroe issued the Monroe Doctrine, discouraging European powers from establishing colonies in the American continents
Monroe Doctrine
10. What was the main reason for the Armenian genocide?
Muslim Turks thought Christian Armenians were supporting Russia.
What did the Burmese and Vietnamese Independence movements have in common
Both misjudged European power
25. What did the Burmese and Vietnamese independence movements have in common?
Both misjudged European power.
What was the result of the self rule movement in Australia?
Britain helped colonies unite into an independent commonwealth
10. What was the result of the self-rule movement in Australia?
Britain helped colonies unite into an independent commonwealth.
Benefits of Treaty of Nanjing
Britain received huge indemnity, island of Hong Kong, extraterritoriality
why did Britain and Russia become involved in a "great game" in central asia
Britain sought to protect its interests in India and stop Russian expansion
7. Why did Britain and Russia become involved in a "Great Game" in Central Asia?
Britain sought to protect its' interests in India and stop Russian expansion.
Why did Britain demand a change to its trade agreements with China during the age of Imperialism
Britain wanted to expand its manufactured goods Market
Why did imperialism cause conflict between Regional groups
European countries use cultural differences to increase local rivalries for their own purposes
16. Why did imperialism cause conflicts between regional groups?
European countries used cultural differences to increase local rivalries for their own purposes.
What is one of the lasting legacies of European colonialism?
European imperialism allowed for countries to trade more efficiently with one another. This allowed the constant movement of products.
what occurred at the Berlin conference of 1884
European nations were invited to decide how to divide up the continent of Africa for colonization
6. What occurred at the Berlin Conference of 1884?
European nations were invited to decide how to divide up the continent of Africa for colonization.
What does a nation seek to do if it has a policy of imperialism?
Expand its influence and power around the world
10. Which religion was prominent in much of North Africa in the early 1800s?
Islam
4. Japanese imperialism led to conflict with China over control of which area of Asia?
Korea
9. Which of the following nations successfully resisted colonization during the Age of Imperialism?
Liberia and Ethiopia
Which of the following Nations successfully resisted colonization during the age of Imperialism
Liberia and Ethiopia
7. How did the Industrial Revolution spur needs and desires that encouraged overseas expansion?
Manufacturers wanted access to natural resources that weren't available in European nations.
- the indigenous people of New Zealand are the Maori - the indigenous people of New Zealand
Maori
- In 1853, a fleet of well-armed U.S. ships led by Commodore Matthew Perry arrived - (1794- 1858) was a successful officer in the U.S. Navy. He led a naval expedition to Japan in an effort to establish diplomatic and trade relations after centuries of Japanese isolation. The overwhelming military presence opened the way for U.S. trading privileges in Japan, with other Western powers soon to follow
Mathew Perry
- the young emperor, just 15 years old, began a long reign known as the Meiji Restoration - in Japan, the reign of emperor Meiji from 1868 to 1912 that was marked by rapid industrialization
Meiji Restoration
How did British imperialism affect Indian agriculture during the 1800s
Millions died from famine when the British tried to transform Indian agriculture
14. How did British imperialism affect Indian agriculture during the 1800s?
Millions died from famine when the British tried to transform Indian agriculture.
2. Which of the following was one effect of the Sepoy Rebellion?
The British Parliament put India under the rule of the British government and monarch.
How was Social Darwinism used to justify European colonization in Africa?
The British believed that because of their white-status, they were better rulers of Africa than Africans. With their "superiority," Britain would lead Africa to success.
What best describes the progression of British control in India?
The British established a trade network that developed into economic imperialism. Eventually the government declared total control over the region.
3. How did colonial divisions in Africa lead to conflict between native African tribes?
The European powers did not create boundaries based on tribal divisions and forced rival tribes to live with each other.
1. How did European nations come to rule most of Africa, despite the presence of strong African kingdoms?
The Europeans had superior weapons.
What role did the Industrial Revolution have in bringing about the Scramble for Africa?
The Industrial Revolution made a constant demand for product, which required natural resources. Africa had a lot so the scramble for Africa began.
4. Which of the following statements best describes European imperialism?
The Industrial Revolution was a driving force behind European imperialism.
How did the new money economy contribute to the breakdown of traditional cultures?
as the money economy grew, people needed to have cash-to earn money, men often took jobs in distant mines/plantations-as a result, close-knit village life declined
5. Which of the following statements best describes the Meiji Restoration?
The Meiji reformers adapted the German model of government.
4. Which of the following was a difference between the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League?
The Muslim League wanted a separate Muslim state.
8. Which of the following was the main U.S. interest in the Philippines?
The U.S. wanted to used the Philippines as a strategic military location.
According to the map which country most likely helped influence over the canals in the early nineteen hundreds
The United States
2. Describe the United States' role in carving out spheres of influence in China.
The United States did not take territory, but proposed open trade.
Which event contributed most to helping Canada move toward self rule
The act of Union created one province with the legislature in Canada
9. Which statement best explains the impact the Suez Canal had on imperialism in Southeast Asia?
The canal enabled European ships to reach spheres of influence and colonies much faster.
Do the following with a position of missionaries in the colonization of Africa
The educated Africans in European traditions and helped to weaken native African cultures
How did the government and Japanese society react when Japan was forced to accept unequal treaties?
The samurai and daimyo restored the emperor to power and worked to reform Japan
What ideas did the Indian National Congress promote in India?
boycott British goods in favor of Indian made products
8. Which of the following describes the typical economic cost of imperial rule?
The high cost of paying for a military occupation from local colonial taxes.
What was the effect of attempt by Western powers to weaken the Chinese government
The region was home to numerous local conflicts over many years
20. What was the effect of attempts by Western powers to weaken the Chinese government?
The region was home to numerous local conflicts over many years.
Why did the Dutch and other European powers want control of Southeast Asia?
The region was right for growing crops such as coffee and spices
3. Why did the Dutch and other European powers want control of Southeast Asia?
The region was right for growing crops such as coffee and spices.
They wanted adventure and were spurred on by trading companies to go into the interior of the continent. Medical advances and river steam-ships helped them move inland.
Why did European contact with Africa increase in the 1800s?
He couldn't repay his loans that he used to build the canal and he cold his shares to Britain.
Why did the Ottoman ruler in Egypt lose control of the Suez Canal?
They rejected schools of theology and law that had emerged in the Ottoman empire; they wanted to recapture the simplicity and purity of Muhammad's original teachings.
Why was the Wahhabi movement in Arabia a threat to the Ottoman empire?
17. Why did Britain demand a change to its trade agreements with China during the Age of Imperialism?
Britain wanted to expand its manufactured goods market.
Indirect rule
British governor/council of advisers made laws for each colony
Which of the following best describes imperialism during the mis to late 1800s? A. It was generally Europe focused on colonizing Africa, other areas were too underdeveloped to consider colonizing B. Due to the devastation of the Crimean War, European nations began moving away from imperialism C. Imperialism existed throughout the world, with most of the focus on Africa and Southeast Asia D. Imperialism did not take hole until WWI
C. Imperialism existed throughout the world, with most of the focus on Africa and Southeast Asia
diamonds
Colonial powers were particularly interested in mining which resource that was abundant in Africa?
2. Which of the following was a negative effect that Western imperial rule had on Africa?
Colonies were forced to import cheap European manufactured goods.
5. How did Western imperialism affect the culture of the colonies?
Colonized people were encouraged to adopt Christianity and the European culture, and local traditions weakened.
A country or territory governed internally by a foreign power
Colony
Why did the British government take control of India
Colton's became so hot between the East India Company in the Indian people that Britain took full control of the country
Why did the Japanese Shogunate go to Commodore Perry's demands
Commodore Perry had a fleet that was technologically Superior
24. Why did the Japanese shogunate bow to Commodore Perry's demands?
Commodore Perry had a fleet that was technologically superior.
As the country are, two Canadians, John Macdonald and George-Etienne Cartier, urged confederation, or unification, of British settlements in North America
Confederation
Which of the following best describes Africa prior to the arrival of Europe in the 1800s? A. Africa was a collection of 24 unified nations B. Africa had little to no culture or religious structures C. Africa was primarily controlled by the US because of the slave trade D. Africa was home to thousands of tribes who spoke over 1500 different languages
D. Africa was home to thousands of tribes who spoke over 1500 different languages
What was the Berlin Conference about?
Dividing up Africa between various European countries.
Canada, a British colony, gained independence and became a dominion, or self- governing nation, in 1867
Dominion
As a defense against imperialism, they transformed themselves into a modern industrial power.
Explain Japan's relationship with Western imperialism.
4. How did technology play a role in opening Southeast Asia and the Pacific to foreign influence?
Faster and more powerful ships were able to transport explorers and troops to more faraway lands.
- In 1894, competition between Japan and China for power in Korea led to the First Sino-Japanese War - conflict between China and Japan in 1894-1895 over control of Korea
First Sino-Japanese War
8. Which of the following most contributed to anti-foreign sentiment in China during the Age of Imperialism?
Foreigners ignored Chinese laws.
12. Which Western nation had the most influence over Muslim countries in northern Africa during the Age of Imperialism?
France
How did the King of Siam react to European imperialism
He educated himself and his people and negotiated to maintain Independence
21. How did the king of Siam react to European imperialism?
He educated himself and his people and negotiated to maintain independence.
6. What did Great Britain gain from the Treaty if Nanjing?
Hong Kong
Europeans pitted regions against each other.
How did Western imperialism lead to regional conflicts?
The resources found in colonies would be sent back to the mother country to be made into something that would be sold in the markets in the colonies.
How did colonization expand markets for European powers?
It was the focus of competition between Russia, China, and Japan. The Sino-Japanese War resulted in Japan gaining Korea.
How did the Russo-Japanese War and the Sino-Japanese Wars impact Korea?
expanded across North America
How did the U.S. exercise imperialism?
allowed for quick access to the Southeast Asian countries
How did the opening of the Suez Canal in 1860 impact Western interests in Southeast Asia?
Growth had a high cost. Capital for development came from foreign investors, to whom he granted special rights. He also let the wealthy landowners buy up Indian lands. However, most Mexicans remained poor.
How did the rule of dictator General Porfirio Diaz contribute to economic and political instability in Mexico?
The people of Upper Canada resented the power held by the small British elite who controlled the government. The people of Lower Canada felt that the British were ignoring their needs. Discontent flared into rebellion.
How was the independence movement in Canada different from those in Latin America?
It was degraded and westerners tried to get them to reject their culture and adopt western ideals.
How was village life affected by Western imperial rule?
Why is it significant that Rice was Japan's main import from Korea
It caused a monoculture in Korea was disrupted its economy
22. Why is it significant that rice was Japan's main import from Korea?
It caused a monoculture in Korea, which disrupted its economy.
3. What is one way that imperialism affected the economic situations of colonial people?
It forced people to grow cash crops.
What impact did the railroad system have on India?
It helped create a modern economy, as goods could be sent over long distances in a much shorter time
3. Why was regionalism a political problem for Latin America?
It made it difficult to establish unity and a central government.
8. How did the Berlin Conference decide Africa's fate?
It set new rules for the settlement and development of colonies in Africa.
6. Why did Britain want to control the Suez Canal?
It was a shortcut to India.
4. Which challenges did the Chinese republic face after the fall of the Qing dynasty?
It was often involved in internal wars or war with foreign invaders.
Why did industrialization help start Japan on an imperialist course?
Japan needed access to natural resources, enabling Japan to build an empire
2. Why did industrialization help start Japan on an imperialist course?
Japan needed access to natural resources, enabling Japan to build an empire.
Why did Japan sign unequal treaties with the United States?
Japan was coerced by the powerful United States military
6. Why did Japan sign unequal treaties with the United States?
Japan was coerced by the powerful United States military.
- when the Hawaiian queen Liliuokalani tried to reduce foreign influence, American planter overthrew her in 1893 - born Lydia Kamakaeha (1838-1917), was the last Hawaiian sovereign before the islands were annexed by the United States in 1898. A princess during her brother's reign, played an active role in Hawaii's government, improving education and meeting with foreign dignitaries. After her brother's death, she inherited the throne, becoming the first queen of Hawaii. in 1893, American planters, led by Sanford Dole, overthrew her.
Liliuokalani
2. One of Ethiopia's greatest rulers, he expanded the empire almost to its' present day borders, repelled an Italian invasion in 1896, and carried out a wide-ranging program of modernization.
Menelik II
9. What motivated Menelik II to hire European experts to modernize Ethiopia in the late 1800s?
Menelik II wanted Ethiopia to benefit from upgrades that would later help it defend its' independence.
- Although the king of Sian, Mongkut, had to accept some unequal treaties, he set Siam on the road to modernization - (1804-1868) was king of Siam (modern- day Thailand) from 1851-1868. lived as a Buddhist monk while his older brother held the throne. Upon his brother's death, many influential friends helped him become king. The learned king was fond of Western philosophies and worked to modernize his kingdom. his educated children were able to further his progress after his death
Mongkut
Why did western bankers support imperialist policies?
Native Africans and Asians for potential banking customers
9. Which of the following was an effect of the British colonial rule on education in India?
New British schools mostly benefited the sons of wealthy Indian families.
How did medical technology factor into Western imperialism
New European medicines made surviving Hearts Colonial conditions possible
5. How did medical technology factor into Western imperialism?
New European medicines made surviving harsh colonial conditions possible.
What older civilizations were in decline in the 19th century that enabled the new European powers to take over?
Ottoman, China, West Africa
The Panama Canal opened in 1914
Panama Canal
26. In which of the following did the United States become involved as an imperialist nation?
Philippines
In which of the following did the United States become involved as an imperialist Nation
Philippines
A country or territory with its own internal government but under the control of an outside power
Protectorate
- During the Russo-Japanese war, Japan's armies defeated Russian troops in Manchuria, and its navy destroyed almost an entire Russian fleet - conflict between Russia and Japan in 1904-1905 over control of Korea and Manchuria
Russo- Japanese War
The East India company's military force was staffed by British officers and Indian soldiers who were also known as ___.
Sepoys
Zulus
Shaka Zulu led tribes who mostly identified as what?
The Boer war was fought over which territory?
South Africa
The Pacific Rim specifically describes which area?
Southeast Asia
Why was southeast Asia a target of imperialism during European expansion
Southeast Asia commanded the sea Lanes between India and Asia
23. Why was Southeast Asia a target of imperialism during European expansion?
Southeast Asia commanded the sea lanes between India and China.
- During the Spanish- American War, American battleships destroyed the Spanish fleet, which was stationed in the Philippines - conflict between the United States and Spain in 1898 over Cuban independence
Spanish-American War
19. Who is known as the father of modern China?
Sun Yixian
5. (1) Influential in overthrowing the Qing dynasty (2) he served as the first provisional president of the Republic of China (3) and later as de facto ruler
Sun Yixian
Who is known as the father of modern China
Sun Yixian
11. Why did the British government take control of India?
Tensions became so high between the East India Company and the Indian people that Britain took full control of the county.
30. Which event contributed most to helping Canada move toward self-rule?
The Act of Union created one province with a legislature in Canada.
1. How did the government and Japanese society react when Japan was forced to accept unequal treaties?
The samurai and daimyo restored the emperor to power and worked to reform Japan.
7. What effect did British rule have on the slave trade during the age of new imperialism?
The slave trade was banned in Britain and all of its' colonies.
5. How did Filipino rebels get involved in the Spanish-American War?
The supported the United States, hoping for independence.
9. Which statement summarizes a pattern of response to Western imperialism in South Asia?
The upper classes benefited most and often embraced colonial rule.
6. What advantage did industrialization give Europe when colonizing?
The use of rifles and other military technology was unmatched by locals.
How did King Leopold and the companies he licensed treat the people of the Congo?
They brutally exploited Africans in their rush to dominate the rubber trade.
4. What was one reason many Africans resisted European colonization efforts?
They disagreed with many European ideas and culture.
6. Which of the following was the role of missionaries in the colonization of Africa?
They educated Africans in European tradition and helped to weaken native African cultures.
What advantage did Western Coutries have that helped them colonize other parts of the world?
They had better military technology
3. What advantage did Western countries have that helped them colonize other parts of the world?
They had better military technology.
2. How were Western nations able to expand their control over Asia and Africa so quickly?
They had strong governments, advanced economies and technology, and military power.
How did the Europeans decide who would control certain parts of Africa
They held a conference to determine the borders of their African colonies
7. How did Europeans decide who would control certain parts of Africa?
They held a conference to determine the borders of their African colonies.
28. How did the majority of native people feel about European imperialism?
They opposed European colonization.
How did the majority of the native people feel about European imperialism
They opposed the European colonization
4. Why did Western bankers support imperialist policies?
They provided new opportunities for investments.
Which was a greater motivation for European imperialism in the late 1800s?
To claim new lands for natural resources
What was Egypt's primary goal in building the Suez canal?
To modernize Egypt and prevent colonization
Why did France and England assist the Ottomans during the Crimean War?
To prevent Russian expansion and protect their interest in the Pacific Rim
How did the Berlin Conference create issues that still impact Africa today?
Today, Africa is still very divided because of the lack of unity caused by being divided back then.
- He moved from Kyoto, the old imperial capital, to the shotgun's palace in Edo, which was renamed Tokyo, or "eastern capital". - capital of Japan
Tokyo
True
True or False. European countries were interested in finding new markets which to sell goods.
True
True or False. The immediate effect of the discovery of oil in Persia was that Russia and Britain sent troops to protect their interests in Persia.
1. Which of the following best summarizes the causes of imperialism in the late 1800s?
Westerners wanted to spread their religion, sell manufactured goods, and gain territory to compete with other countries.
Why did westerners opposed the taiping Rebellion
Westerners will lose trading rights if the Qing Dynasty fell
18. Why did Westerners oppose the Taiping rebellion?
Westerners would lose trading rights if the Qing dynasty fell.
the colonial people were incapable of ruling themselves
What arguments were used to support a claim in favor of direct rule?
Local industries grew slowly, in part because of the social structure. The tiny elite benefitted from the economic growth. The poor earned too little to buy consumer goods. Without a strong demand, many industries failed to develop.
What contributed most to the struggles of newly independent Latin American nations?
Japan couldn't defend itself against America's Navy and were forced to open three ports for the Americans.
What enabled the United States to open up trade with Japan in the mid-1800s?
natural resources
What most motivated European powers to claim Pacific islands as colonies?
the killing of the Armenians, a Christian people who were accused of supporting Russian plans against the Ottoman empire.
What was the Armenian genocide?
The sepoys were required to travel overseas which went against their religion and they had to bite off the tips of cartridges that were greased in animal fat, either from a cow, which were sacred to Hindus, or from pigs, which were forbidden to Muslims.
What was the cause of the Sepoy Rebellion?
There were many attempts to gain their independence.
What was the impact of imperial rule on both Africa and India?
American planters asked America to annex Hawaii because if they didn't, Japan or Britain might have done so.
What was the reason for the United States' annexing Hawaii?
Maxim guns, repeating rifles, and steam-driven warships
What were the military advantages of Western nations in the late 1800s that helped them colonize much of the world?
3. Which of the following was one way that Western powers gained the upper hand in Muslim regions of the world?
by sending troops to protect their interests
which of the following was one way that western powers gained the upper hand in muslim regions of the world
by sending troops to protect their interests
local strongmen, called caudillos, assembled private armies to resist the central government
caudillos
balance of trade
difference between how much a country imports and how much it exports
What factors prevented Europeans from exploring the interior of Africa?
difficult geography, resistance by Africans, diseases
How are the main causes of "new imperialism" categorized?
economic, political, military, humanitarian, and religious
which of the following most contributed to anti foreign sentiment in china during the age of imperialism
foreigners ignored Chinese laws
Why did the Muslims in India create their own political party?
grew to resent Hindu domination of the Congress party and worried that a Hindu-run government would oppress Muslims
How did European imperialism impact Africa politically?
introduced European legal systems that relied on right/wrong-African forms of justice had emphasized consensus, or general agreement
which religion was prominent in much of North Africa in the early 1800s
islam
what is one way that imperialism affected the economic situations of colonial people
it forced people to grow cash crops
why was regionalism a political problem of latin America
it made it difficult to establish unity and a central government
What ideas from Western civilization did missionaries try to spread?
its medicine, law, and the Christian religion
Japanese imperialism led to conflict with china over control of which area of asia
korea
How did imperialism change life in Persia?
local industries decline-unable to compete with factory-made goods; much land converted into producing cash crops-reducing food production
Protectorate
local rulers were left in place but were expected to follow the advice of European advisers on issues such as trade or missionary activity
how did the industrial revolution spur needs and desires that encouraged overseas expansion
manufacturers wanted access to natural resources that weren't available in European nations
what motivated menelik ii to hire European experts to modernize Ethiopia in the late 1800s
menelik ii wanted Ethiopia to benefit from upgrades that would later help it defend its independence
Louis Riel led a revolt of the Metis, people of mixed Native American and French Canadian descent
metis
What did each nationalist group in Persia want to achieve?
middle: to move swiftly to adopt western ways others: condemned Persian government/western influences
what Was the main reason for the Armenian genocide
muslim turks thought christian Armenians were supporting Russia
What were the "three principles of the people" in china?
nationalism, democracy, livlihood
which of the following was one cause of the Armenian genocide
nationalist sentiments led to the persecution of the armenians
- to fill the need for prisons, Britain made australis into a penal colony, a place to send people convicted of crimes - place where people convicted of crimes are sent
penal colony
Direct rule
people incapable of ruling themselves-French sending officials/soldiers from France to administer colonies
What factor limited African resistance in East Africa?
slave trading states in East Africa disrupted many small societies and made some Africans more sympathetic to European expansion........ outbreak of rinderpest (cattle disease), affected peoples ability to fight the invaders
Which statement best explains the impact the Suez Canal had on imperialism in Southeast Asia?
the Canal enabled European ships to reach spheres of influence and colonies much faster
to which policy does the text refer? under this policy, the United States claimed "International police power" in the Western Hemisphere
the Roosevelt Corollary
7. During which historical event did Japan gain control over Korea?
the Russo-Japanese War
During which historical event did Japan gain control over Korea?
the Russo-Japanese War
5. Which best describes forces that shaped pre-colonial Africa?
the South: rival groups battle for control; the North: old power structure declines
Which of the following was the main U.S. interest in the Philippines?
the U.S. wanted to use the Philippines as a strategic military location
29. Which country most likely held influence over the Canal Zone in the early 1900s?
the United States
describe the United States' role in carving out spheres of influence in china
the United States did not take territory, but proposed open trade
how did European nations come to rule most of Africa, despite the presence of strong African kingdoms
the europeans had superior weapons
which of the following describes the typical economic cost of imperial rule
the high cost of paying for a military occupation came from local colonial taxes
which of the following statements best describes European imperialism
the industrial revolution was a driving force behind European imperialism
which of the following statements best describes European imperialism?
the industrial revolution was a driving force behind European imperialism
which of the following statements best describes the meiji restoration
the meiji reformers adapted the German model of government
which of the following was a difference between the Indian national congress and the muslim league
the muslim league wanted a separate muslim state
1. Which of the following helped the British reverse their trade deficit with China?
the popularity of imported opium in China
which of the following helped the British reverse their trade deficit with china
the popularity of imported opium in china
which of the following was the main goal of the boxer uprising
to drive out foreign influences
What did David Livingstone believe was needed in order to end the slave trade?
to open up the interior of Africa to Christianity
- with government support, powerful banking and industrial families, know as zaibatsu, soon ruled over industrial empires - since the late 1800s, powerful banking and industrial families in Japan
zaibatsu