French Colonization of Madagascar
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Which country was the colonial power over Madagascar?

  • Britain
  • Spain
  • France (correct)
  • Germany
  • When did France annex Madagascar by force?

  • 1910
  • 1883
  • 1896 (correct)
  • 1900
  • What was the reason given for France's takeover of Madagascar?

  • To expand their empire and secure their conquest
  • To gain access to the island's food and labor supplies
  • To establish trading posts throughout the Indian Ocean
  • All of the above (correct)
  • How did the living conditions of the Malagasy people change under French colonial rule?

    <p>They declined, and the people's rights and freedoms were violated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the effect of French imperialism on the culture of Madagascar?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the series of wars between France and Madagascar in the 1880s?

    <p>The Franco-Hova Wars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the consequences of political restructuring in colonized countries?

    <p>The establishment of artificial borders that still cause conflicts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the introduction of a new class system in colonized countries often impact social dynamics?

    <p>It favored local elites who collaborated with imperial powers, leading to long-term social divides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a common response to oppression in colonized countries?

    <p>Resistance movements and the rise of nationalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one potential long-term benefit of imperial powers introducing new technologies and infrastructure in the colonies?

    <p>It could benefit the colonies in the long term</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the current state of Madagascar as of 2023?

    <p>A vibrant and diverse country with a mix of bustling cities and rural areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main economic focus of Madagascar as of 2023?

    <p>Tourism, agriculture, and mining</p> Signup and view all the answers

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