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?

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

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

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

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

The Franco-Hova Wars Signup and view all the answers

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

The establishment of artificial borders that still cause conflicts Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What was a common response to oppression in colonized countries?

Resistance movements and the rise of nationalism Signup and view all the answers

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

It could benefit the colonies in the long term Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

Tourism, agriculture, and mining Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

Which country was the colonial power over Madagascar?

When did France annex Madagascar by force?

What was the reason given for France's takeover of Madagascar?

How did the living conditions of the Malagasy people change under French colonial rule?

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

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

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

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

What was a common response to oppression in colonized countries?

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

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

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

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