18 Questions
What was the primary aim of capitalistic industry in the nineteenth century?
To produce more and more
Which continent emerged as the dominant power during the nineteenth century?
Europe
What was a striking feature of the nineteenth century in terms of global power dynamics?
Europe became dominant while Asia and Africa were colonized
What characteristic became evident in the latter half of the nineteenth century, showcasing the alliance of industry and finance?
Trusts in the USA and cartels in Germany
What is a trust, as described in the text?
An industrial organization controlling supply and price of a commodity
What caused the collapse of old ideas of free trade in the latter half of the nineteenth century?
Alliance of industry and finance seeking profits
Which European power was not satisfied with its industrial growth and empire, leading to clashes with Germany and the United States?
England
During the Meiji era, Japan became an advanced industrialised power by focusing on what?
Western education and machinery
Which event surprised the world and demonstrated Japan's strength over China in the late 19th century?
Annexation of the Liaotung peninsula
Which major powers warned Japan against annexing the Liaotung peninsula?
Russia, Germany, and France
During the European colonisation of Africa from 1881 to 1914, which country was NOT involved in the scramble for colonies?
Spain
What led to frequent clashes between Great Powers in Asia, Africa, and Europe during the late 19th century?
National rivalry
What event led to Japan entering the “circle of the great Powers”?
Defeat of Russia in the Russo-Japanese War
What was the excuse Japan used to justify its annexation of Korea in 1910?
Assassination of a prominent Japanese diplomat
Which European power had to fight a long and bitter war to conquer Algeria and Senegal in Africa?
France
Which country suffered a devastating defeat at the hands of an Ethiopian army at Adowa in 1896?
Italy
What did Japan demand regarding German rights in Shantung?
Transfer of German rights to Japan
What was the result of the first European attempts to carve out colonies in Africa?
Bloody battles
Explore the reasons behind European expansion in Africa and other places during the 19th century, as well as the impact of capitalism on industrial growth and colonization. Learn about the dominance of Europe as a global power during this period.
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