Causes and Effects of Imperialism Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What are three causes of imperialism?

Economic Competition (correct)

Nationalism (correct)

Missionary Spirit (correct)

Cultural Preservation

What are three effects of imperialism?

Colonial Economics (correct)

Colonization (correct)

Globalization

Christianization (correct)

What does nationalism refer to in the context of imperialism?

To gain power, European nations competed for trade and colonies.

What is the definition of economic competition in imperialism?

Demand for raw materials and new markets leads to the search for new colonies. Signup and view all the answers

What does missionary spirit mean in the context of imperialism?

Europeans wanted to spread Christian teaching. Signup and view all the answers

What is colonization?

Europeans control land and people in areas of Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Signup and view all the answers

What is colonial economics?

Europeans control trade in the colonies and set up dependent cash-crop economies. Signup and view all the answers

What does Christianization refer to?

Christianity spread to Africa, India, and Asia. Signup and view all the answers

What is imperialism?

European control of the economic, political, and social lives of colonized peoples. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Causes of Imperialism

Nationalism: European nations competed fiercely for dominance, leading to a scramble for trade and colonies to assert power.
Economic Competition: The pursuit of raw materials and the need for new markets drove western nations to establish colonies.
Missionary Spirit: A desire to spread Christianity and European cultural values motivated nations to expand their reach across the globe.

Effects of Imperialism

Colonization: European powers established control over territories in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, often resulting in significant socio-political changes.
Colonial Economics: Colonies were integrated into the global economy with Europeans controlling trade routes and establishing cash-crop agricultural systems reliant on local labor.
Christianization: The spread of Christianity occurred extensively in Africa, India, and Asia, transforming local cultures and belief systems.

Key Terms

Imperialism: A system where European powers exerted control over the economic, political, and social lives of colonized regions, impacting their development and governance.

Description

This quiz features key terms and definitions related to the causes and effects of imperialism. You'll explore factors such as nationalism, economic competition, and the resulting changes in colonized regions. Test your knowledge on how these elements shaped global history.