Questions and Answers
How were old imperialism and new imperialism similar?
Colonies existed for the benefit of a mother country.
Why did European nations send missionaries to convert people in Africa and Asia to Christianity? (Check all that apply)
Westerners who ruled territories directly denied the influence of natives because?
Westerners saw territories as an extension of a home country, so they demanded that natives conform.
What was social Darwinism?
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Which best summarizes the author's feelings about British imperialism?
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What would happen to industrialized nations' economies if they did not expand their reach abroad?
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What increased competition for power among European states and led to imperialism?
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What was one effect of nation industrialization?
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Europeans' belief in their cultural superiority helped them justify imperialistic actions because they thought?
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By building military bases around the world, imperialist nations mainly aimed to?
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Study Notes
Old vs New Imperialism
- Old and new imperialism shared goals of acquiring gold, cash crops, and trade goods.
- Asia was a significant target for colonization efforts.
- Imperialists focused on establishing extensive empires, with colonies designed to benefit the mother country.
European Missionaries
- Missionaries aimed to convert Africans and Asians due to the belief that Christianity would civilize these populations.
- The spread of Christianity was also linked to the expansion of European power globally.
Western Control and Native Influence
- Western rulers often denied native influence to prevent rebellion and maintain strict control.
- Territories were viewed as extensions of the home country, requiring natives to conform to Western standards.
- Weak leadership among natives under direct rule discouraged any expectation of influence.
Social Darwinism
- Defined as the belief in natural superiority in the struggle for survival among nations.
- Led to the justification of imperialistic practices under the guise of progress and evolution.
Frederick Lugard's Perspective on British Imperialism
- Lugard believed British imperialism was a benevolent force, introducing civilization and education to natives.
- He argued that imperialism brought happiness and progress, earning high praise from history.
Economic Implications of Imperialism
- Without expansion, industrialized nations risked losing market opportunities and would have smaller markets for their goods.
- This expansion was essential to avoid shortages and maintain economic growth.
Nationalism and Competition
- Nationalism heightened competition for power among European states, contributing to the rise of imperialism.
Industrialization Effects
- Industrialized nations required increased raw materials to support their growing economies.
Cultural Superiority and Justification of Actions
- Europeans used their belief in cultural superiority to justify imperialism, claiming it was their duty to spread their culture to less advanced nations.
Military Bases and Imperial Goals
- The establishment of military bases aimed primarily at resupplying naval vessels and maintaining military strength around the globe.
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