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Which of the following was a primary driver of European imperialism during the late 1800s?
Which of the following was a primary driver of European imperialism during the late 1800s?
- A desire to spread democratic ideals globally.
- The need for increased religious uniformity across nations.
- A strategy to reduce population growth in European cities.
- The Industrial Revolution's demand for raw materials and new markets. (correct)
Spheres of influence involved a European country directly ruling a territory with its own officials and soldiers.
Spheres of influence involved a European country directly ruling a territory with its own officials and soldiers.
False (B)
What natural resource found in the Middle East was a significant target for European imperialist interests?
What natural resource found in the Middle East was a significant target for European imperialist interests?
petroleum
The United Kingdom practiced __________ rule in some of its colonies, where local leaders enforced laws set by British officials.
The United Kingdom practiced __________ rule in some of its colonies, where local leaders enforced laws set by British officials.
Match the following territories with the European power that colonized them.
Match the following territories with the European power that colonized them.
What was a key difference between direct and indirect rule in European colonies?
What was a key difference between direct and indirect rule in European colonies?
European countries only sought colonies for raw materials and did not use them to manage population increases.
European countries only sought colonies for raw materials and did not use them to manage population increases.
Besides raw materials, what other benefit did colonies offer to European countries experiencing population growth?
Besides raw materials, what other benefit did colonies offer to European countries experiencing population growth?
A __________ was a territory ruled by local leaders with the support and under the control of a foreign state.
A __________ was a territory ruled by local leaders with the support and under the control of a foreign state.
Match the following raw materials with their regions of origin during the age of imperialism.
Match the following raw materials with their regions of origin during the age of imperialism.
Why was obtaining raw materials at lower costs crucial for industrialized nations during the age of imperialism?
Why was obtaining raw materials at lower costs crucial for industrialized nations during the age of imperialism?
The Industrial Revolution had no impact on European imperialism.
The Industrial Revolution had no impact on European imperialism.
What agreement was made between the United Kingdom and Germany in 1890 regarding East Africa?
What agreement was made between the United Kingdom and Germany in 1890 regarding East Africa?
__________ is a country’s practice of controlling areas of the world outside its own borders.
__________ is a country’s practice of controlling areas of the world outside its own borders.
Match the following forms of imperial control with their descriptions.
Match the following forms of imperial control with their descriptions.
What was the primary aim of France's direct rule in its colonies?
What was the primary aim of France's direct rule in its colonies?
Under indirect rule, local leaders had no real authority and were merely puppets of the European state.
Under indirect rule, local leaders had no real authority and were merely puppets of the European state.
What new farming techniques increased food production in Europe during the Industrial Revolution?
What new farming techniques increased food production in Europe during the Industrial Revolution?
The caption of the cartoon, 'Though the process be costly, the road of progress must be cut,' suggests Great Britain sought expansion for __________ reasons.
The caption of the cartoon, 'Though the process be costly, the road of progress must be cut,' suggests Great Britain sought expansion for __________ reasons.
Match the following resources with their geographical locations during the peak of European imperialism.
Match the following resources with their geographical locations during the peak of European imperialism.
Flashcards
Imperialism
Imperialism
A nation's practice of controlling areas outside its borders, providing access to raw materials for mass production.
Spheres of Influence
Spheres of Influence
Areas with special economic relationships with a European country, outlined in legal agreements.
Protectorates
Protectorates
Territories ruled by local leaders but heavily controlled by a foreign state.
Colonies
Colonies
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Direct Rule
Direct Rule
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Indirect Rule
Indirect Rule
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Industrial Revolution
Industrial Revolution
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Study Notes
- European powers expanded their influence globally through diplomacy and military strength, leading to a network of colonies.
- This expansion significantly impacted the world and continues to do so today.
Reasons for European Imperial Expansion
- Industrialized countries sought to expand their influence abroad.
- The Industrial Revolution in the late 1800s in the United Kingdom brought advances in science and technology, changing European life.
- New farming methods increased food production.
- Factories and steam engines enabled mass production of goods, which were then sold cheaply in new markets.
- Mass production required larger quantities of raw materials.
- Industrialized nations traded with countries possessing abundant natural resources.
- Obtaining raw materials at lower costs increased profits.
- The Middle East had petroleum, Australia had coal, South Africa had diamonds, and western Africa had gold.
- South America grew rubber trees, while China and India produced tea, spices, and silk.
Imperialism Defined
- Imperialism means a country controlling areas outside its borders.
- Imperialist countries gained easier access to raw materials for mass production through this control.
- Colonies provided land, jobs, and homes to Europeans, addressing population increases and urbanization challenges.
Methods of Control
- European nations used spheres of influence, protectorates, and colonies to control resource-rich territories.
- Spheres of influence involved special economic relationships with a European country, formalized through legal agreements.
- In 1890, the United Kingdom and Germany established spheres of influence in East Africa.
- Protectorates were territories ruled by local leaders but under the considerable control and support of a foreign state.
- The Ionian Islands near Greece were a protectorate of the United Kingdom, preventing other powers from taking over.
- Colonies were territories fully controlled by a European country, such as Algeria colonized by France.
- The European nations rapidly expanded their global presence through these formalized control methods.
Direct vs. Indirect Rule
- European powers used direct and indirect rule in their colonies.
- France practiced direct rule, imposing French culture and administration, essentially turning colonies into French provinces.
- The United Kingdom used indirect rule in some colonies, primarily interested in raw materials.
- Under indirect rule, British officials set laws, but local leaders enforced them.
- Regardless of the rule type, the European state retained ultimate power and authority.
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