18 Questions
What term describes the concept of a more powerful country dominating a weaker country in politics, economics, and culture?
Imperialism
Which system allowed a colony to have its own government but with laws directed by the imperial government?
Protectorate
What effect did colonialism have on the utilization of natural resources by the colonies?
Colonies lost the privilege of using their own resources
Which term refers to the belief that Europe held universal reason and values, justifying their colonization efforts?
Eurocentric View
What did colonists primarily export to their colonies' markets for profit?
Finished products
Which of the following was NOT an effect of colonialism?
Enhanced autonomy for colonies
What is the main idea behind capitalism?
Individuals or businesses owning capital goods
Which economic system involves private individuals or businesses owning capital goods?
Capitalism
What is the 'White Man's Burden' in the context of imperialism?
The responsibility of colonizers to bring civilization to 'uncivilized' people
Which term refers to the policy or practice of acquiring political control over another country?
Colonialism
What is a protectorate in the context of colonialism?
An independent state with its own government but under the control of a more powerful state
What was a significant effect of colonialism on international trade between Europe and Asia?
Expansion and increase in international trade
What was the main goal of colonialism for European nations?
To boost their glory and prove superiority over rivals
How did the Industrial Revolution contribute to the increase in population?
Improvement in health conditions due to new technologies
What economic system involves individuals investing money to earn profit or interest?
Capitalism
According to Rudyard Kipling, what concept did every European empire believe concerning their colonies?
Their colonies were just a burden they had to bear
How did European nations view their colonies in terms of economic investment during colonialism?
As sources for improving agriculture and mining for profit
Which effect did steamships have on European colonial expansion?
Made ocean voyages to distant lands safer, faster, and cheaper
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