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European Colonialism Quiz

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Which European nations were primarily involved in colonialism during the modern world establishment of European colonies?

Germany, Italy, Sweden, Belgium, and Russia

Greece, Austria, Hungary, Switzerland, and Poland

Britain, Portugal, Spain, France, Denmark, and Netherlands (correct)

Norway, Finland, Ireland, Czech Republic, and Romania

What does the term 'colonialism' originate from?

The Roman word 'colonia' meaning 'farm' or 'settlement' (correct)

The Greek word 'polis' meaning 'city'

The French word 'colonie' meaning 'colony'

The Latin word 'civitas' meaning 'citizenship'

When did the age of colonialism almost begin?

During the Enlightenment era in the 17th century

During the Renaissance period in the 14th century

Around the discoveries of sea routes to Asia and the New World in the late 15th century (correct)

After the Industrial Revolution in the 18th century

What were the primary activities of the European nations during colonialism?

Intense exploration, conquests, settlements, and exploitation of vast areas Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary objective of colonialism?

Occupying new territories, spreading their religion and culture into new regions Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary economic and political movement during the establishment of European colonies?

Colonialism Signup and view all the answers

What did the term 'colonialism' originate from?

Roman word 'colonia' meaning 'farm' or 'settlement' Signup and view all the answers

When did the age of colonialism almost begin?

Around the discoveries of sea routes to Asia (1488) and the New World (1492) Signup and view all the answers

Which European nations were primarily involved in colonialism during the modern world establishment of European colonies?

Britain, Portugal, Spain, France, Denmark, and Netherlands Signup and view all the answers

What were the primary activities of the European nations during colonialism?

Exploration, conquests, settlements, and exploitation of vast areas Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Colonialism in the Modern World

European nations primarily involved in colonialism: Portugal, Spain, Netherlands, France, Britain
Origin of the term 'colonialism': from Latin words "colonia," meaning a settlement of people, and "ismus," meaning a condition or system
Age of colonialism began in the 15th century, with European explorers seeking new trade routes and resources
Primary activities of European nations during colonialism: exploration, conquest, settlement, and exploitation of natural resources
Primary objective of colonialism: to expand territories, spread Christianity, and establish economic dominance
Primary economic and political movement during the establishment of European colonies: mercantilism, with the aim of accumulating wealth and power

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Test your knowledge of European colonialism with this quiz on the establishment of European colonies in the modern world. Explore the political and economic movements of nations like Britain, Portugal, Spain, France, Denmark, and the Netherlands. Delve into the historical background of colonialism and its impact on world civilizations and cultures.