Imperialism and Nationalism in History
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What was the main reason for the formation of the Muslim League in India?

  • To unite all Muslims in India under a single political banner.
  • To fight for the independence of India from British rule.
  • To ensure the representation of Muslims in an independent India and prevent Hindu dominance. (correct)
  • To promote the interests of Muslims in education and social reform.
  • What was the main purpose of Cecil Rhodes's diamond and gold mining companies?

  • To expand British colonies from Cape to Cairo. (correct)
  • To provide employment opportunities to the local population.
  • To promote economic development and infrastructure in South Africa.
  • To extract resources for the British Industrial Revolution.
  • Which of the following countries did NOT participate in the 'Scramble for Africa'?

  • Italy
  • Germany
  • Russia (correct)
  • Spain
  • What was the main reason for the British ban on the practice of 'Sati'?

    <p>It was considered a barbaric and inhumane practice. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following leaders led the Zulu people during the Anglo-Zulu War?

    <p>Cetshwayo (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Roosevelt Corollary stated that the U.S. had the right to intervene in Latin America if a nation:

    <p>Was unable to maintain order and pay its debts. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following resources extracted from Southeast Asia fueled European industrialism?

    <p>Coffee, palm oil, rubber, spices, and sugar (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major cause of African nationalism during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?

    <p>The experience of colonialism, resource extraction, and racial discrimination. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following empires was NOT one of the three empires whose weakening created opportunities for European imperialism?

    <p>Russian Empire (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following countries did NOT try to challenge Ethiopia's independence?

    <p>Portugal (B), Germany (C), France (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Custom of Sati

    A practice where widows self-immolated on their husband’s funeral pyre.

    Cecil Rhodes

    Founder of diamond and gold mining companies, aimed to expand British colonies in Africa.

    Menelik II

    Emperor of Ethiopia who modernized the country and secured independence from Italy.

    Battle of Adwa

    A significant battle where Ethiopia defeated Italy, preserving its independence.

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    Muslim League

    A political party formed in India to represent Muslim interests and prevent Hindu dominance.

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    Roosevelt Corollary

    A U.S. policy asserting intervention rights in Latin America to maintain order.

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    Boers

    Descendants of Dutch settlers in South Africa, known as Afrikaners.

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    Scramble for Africa

    The rapid colonization and division of Africa by European powers from 1881 to 1914.

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    African Nationalism

    A movement responding to colonialism, promoting resistance and national identity among Africans.

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    Emiliano Zapata

    Leader of the Mexican Revolution advocating for land reforms and redistribution.

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