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What is the main difference between colonialism and imperialism?

  • Colonialism is about spreading religion, while imperialism focuses on military expansion.
  • Imperialism includes colonialism, while colonialism refers to a specific type of imperialistic control. (correct)
  • Colonialism focuses on economic benefits, while imperialism aims for political dominance.
  • There is no real difference; they are essentially the same thing.
  • Which of the following is NOT a goal of colonialism?

  • To exploit natural resources for economic gain.
  • To establish trade routes and networks.
  • To increase a nation's power and influence.
  • To safeguard traditional cultures and customs of indigenous peoples. (correct)
  • What is a 'colony' in the context of colonialism?

  • A region with rich natural resources and untapped potential.
  • A group of people who move to live in a new territory.
  • A land controlled and governed by another country for its own benefit. (correct)
  • A country with an advanced military and powerful government.
  • Which of the following is an example of a religious goal of colonialism?

    <p>Spreading Christianity to indigenous populations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the people who settle and live in a colony?

    <p>Colonists (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which explorer is known for his journey that first circumnavigated the globe?

    <p>Ferdinand Magellan (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant agreement divided newly discovered lands between Spain and Portugal?

    <p>Treaty of Tordesillas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase did European countries expand their empires aggressively, often referred to as high imperialism?

    <p>Colonial Era (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following regions was significantly affected by European exploration and subsequent imperialism?

    <p>South America (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one way that classical Greek culture was exchanged during the periods of exploration and imperialism?

    <p>Via trade routes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method of control allows local rulers to maintain their positions with limited power?

    <p>Indirect Control (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the relationship between colonialism and imperialism as indicated in the notes?

    <p>Colonialism is a method of imperialism. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant milestone did Bartholomeu Dias achieve in 1488?

    <p>Reached the Cape of Good Hope (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Vasco da Gama known for in 1498?

    <p>Reaching Calicut, India (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is recognized as a key figure in promoting exploration for Portugal?

    <p>Prince Henry the Navigator (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the cost for the Philippines when it was taken by the United States through the Treaty of Paris in 1898?

    <p>$20 million (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept reflects the belief in Western superiority and the duty to 'civilize' non-Western societies?

    <p>White man's burden (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event was associated with the transfer of the Philippines from Spanish to American control?

    <p>Spanish-American War (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leader is associated with Thailand during the period of 1565-1898?

    <p>Chulalongkorn (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term refers to the theory that influenced social thought during the era in question?

    <p>Social Darwinism (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Protectorate' refer to in the context of imperialism?

    <p>A system where local leaders govern but are controlled by a stronger nation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Economic Imperialism?

    <p>Dominance of a nation's economy by private foreign companies. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'Sphere of Influence' in the context of imperialism?

    <p>An area where one nation exerts influence while allowing other nations limited access. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of imperialism, what does 'Concession' typically involve?

    <p>A compromise wherein a country relinquishes territory for economic gains. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes Colonialism?

    <p>Control by a foreign nation through military force and administration. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Colonialism

    A policy where a country rules distant lands for resources.

    Goals of Colonialism

    Economic, religious, and military aims for controlling territories.

    Economic Goals

    Expanding industries and exploiting resources in colonies.

    Imperialism

    A political system where one powerful nation controls weaker nations.

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    Colonizers

    Countries or people who control colonies.

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    Direct Control

    A method where colonizers directly govern the colonized territory.

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    Indirect Control

    A method allowing local rulers to maintain limited power under colonizer control.

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    Colonialism vs. Imperialism

    Colonialism is the extension of control; imperialism is the broader doctrine of domination.

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    Bartholomeu Dias

    The explorer who reached the Cape of Good Hope in 1488.

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    Vasco da Gama

    The explorer who reached Calicut, India, in 1498, linking Europe to Asia.

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    European Exploration

    The period of overseas exploration by European nations, featuring prominent figures like Columbus and Magellan.

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    Treaty of Tordesillas

    A 1494 agreement dividing newly discovered lands between Spain and Portugal, sanctioned by Pope Alexander VI.

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    Age of Exploration

    A time from the 15th to the 17th century characterized by maritime exploration and global trading routes.

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    Cultural Exchange

    The sharing of ideas, traditions, and goods between different cultures, often during colonization and exploration.

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    High Imperialism

    A peak phase of imperial expansion, mainly during the late 19th century, where European powers aggressively colonized regions globally.

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    Treaty of Paris 1898

    The agreement through which the U.S. acquired the Philippines from Spain for $20 million.

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    Nationalism

    A political ideology emphasizing loyalty and devotion to a nation's interests and culture.

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    Social Darwinism

    A theory suggesting that social progress results from competition and survival of the fittest.

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    White Man's Burden

    The belief that Europeans had a duty to civilize non-European societies.

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    Cultural Nationalism

    A form of nationalism that emphasizes the promotion of a nation's culture and identity.

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    Imperium

    Command, control, and influence over institutions during the Imperial era.

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    Protectorate

    A region governed by local leaders but controlled by a stronger nation.

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    Economic Imperialism

    Control of a country's economy by private companies or businesses.

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    Sphere of Influence

    A territory where one nation has significant influence without full control.

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