Imperialism Justifications and Effects

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Which ideology was NOT commonly used to justify imperialism?

  • Nationalism
  • Social Darwinism
  • Civilizing mission
  • Environmentalism (correct)

What strategy did European states frequently employ to expand their empires in Africa?

  • Neutrality agreements
  • Warfare and diplomacy (correct)
  • Cultural exchanges
  • Diplomatic negotiations only

Which countries actively expanded their land holdings by conquering neighboring territories?

  • France, Spain, and Portugal
  • Italy, Germany, and Brazil
  • United Kingdom, Netherlands, and Belgium
  • United States, Russia, and Japan (correct)

What form did anti-imperial resistance NOT typically take?

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What was a consequence of increasing discontent with imperial rule?

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Flashcards

Social Darwinism and Imperialism

The idea that some races or cultures are superior to others, used to justify imperial expansion.

Nationalism and Imperialism

The belief that one's nation is superior and should expand its influence.

The Civilizing Mission

The idea that European powers had a duty to civilize and modernize other cultures.

Anti-Imperial Resistance

Resistance against imperial rule, often taking the form of revolts and rebellions.

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Settler Colonies

The process of establishing colonies where European settlers lived permanently and created their own societies.

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Study Notes

Justifications for Imperialism

  • Cultural, religious, and racial ideologies were used to justify imperialism, including Social Darwinism, nationalism, the civilizing mission, and the desire to convert indigenous populations.

Colonial Control

  • Some states with existing colonies strengthened their control, or directly took control.

  • European states, US, and Japan expanded control in Asia and the Pacific region, while the influence of the Spanish and Portuguese decreased.

Expansion of European Empires

  • Many European states used war and diplomacy to increase their empires in Africa.

  • Settler colonies were established in some parts of empires.

Expansion of Other Empires

  • The U.S., Russia, and Japan expanded their land holdings by conquering and settling neighboring territories.

Anti-Colonial Movements

  • Growing questions about political authority and nationalism spurred anti-colonial movements.

  • Anti-imperial resistance took various forms, including direct resistance against the empires and the creation of new states.

Rebellions

  • Growing discontent with imperial rule led to various rebellions, possibly influenced by religious ideas.

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