Colonialism, Imperialism, and Capitalism Quiz

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What term describes the concept of a more powerful country dominating a weaker country in politics, economics, and culture?

  • Colonialism
  • Protectorate
  • Imperialism (correct)
  • Globalization

Which system allowed a colony to have its own government but with laws directed by the imperial government?

  • Imperialism
  • Colonialism
  • Protectorate (correct)
  • Globalization

What effect did colonialism have on the utilization of natural resources by the colonies?

  • Colonies had exclusive rights to their resources
  • Colonies lost the privilege of using their own resources (correct)
  • Colonies gained more access to natural resources
  • Colonies were allowed to freely export their resources

Which term refers to the belief that Europe held universal reason and values, justifying their colonization efforts?

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

What did colonists primarily export to their colonies' markets for profit?

<p>Finished products (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT an effect of colonialism?

<p>Enhanced autonomy for colonies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea behind capitalism?

<p>Individuals or businesses owning capital goods (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which economic system involves private individuals or businesses owning capital goods?

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

What is the 'White Man's Burden' in the context of imperialism?

<p>The responsibility of colonizers to bring civilization to 'uncivilized' people (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the policy or practice of acquiring political control over another country?

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

What is a protectorate in the context of colonialism?

<p>An independent state with its own government but under the control of a more powerful state (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant effect of colonialism on international trade between Europe and Asia?

<p>Expansion and increase in international trade (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of colonialism for European nations?

<p>To boost their glory and prove superiority over rivals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the Industrial Revolution contribute to the increase in population?

<p>Improvement in health conditions due to new technologies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What economic system involves individuals investing money to earn profit or interest?

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

According to Rudyard Kipling, what concept did every European empire believe concerning their colonies?

<p>Their colonies were just a burden they had to bear (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did European nations view their colonies in terms of economic investment during colonialism?

<p>As sources for improving agriculture and mining for profit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which effect did steamships have on European colonial expansion?

<p>Made ocean voyages to distant lands safer, faster, and cheaper (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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