T. Wallace Ch. 12: The Reach of Imperialism

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What is imperialism?

A governor who ruled as a representative of a monarch

The belief that race determines a person's traits and capabilities

A political unit that depends on another government

The extension of a nation's power over other lands (correct)

What did imperialism lead to in the late nineteenth century?

It led Europeans to control vast territories directly to take those countries' raw materials and sell them finished goods.

What new class did colonial rule create?

Urban middle class (correct)

Rural peasants

Monarchs

Slave traders

How did the new class affect colonialism?

Their resistance movements began to succeed due to Western ideas about natural rights and democracy. Signup and view all the answers

What raw materials did Europeans seize in West Africa?

They took peanuts, timber, animal hides, and palm oil. Signup and view all the answers

What was the goal of European missionaries in Central Africa?

Their goal was to help native Africans by bringing them Christianity and 'civilization'. Signup and view all the answers

Why didn't the British set up universal public education in India?

It would have been very expensive, and education for the masses was seen as a dangerous tool. Signup and view all the answers

What sparked India's cultural revival?

The British attitude of superiority and disdain toward India's culture. Signup and view all the answers

What provisions did the Mexican Constitution of 1917 include?

It gave the vote to all men, created a minimum wage, limited hours worked, and redistributed land. Signup and view all the answers

What caused the increase in the number of Latin Americans in the middle class in the late nineteenth century?

The middle class grew due to prosperity brought by exports of foodstuffs and raw materials. Signup and view all the answers

The definition of _____ is the extension of a nation's power over other lands.

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_____ soldiers were Indian soldiers hired by the British East India Company.

Sepoys Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Imperialism = The extension of a nation's power over other lands Indirect Rule = A colonial government where local rulers maintain authority Protectorate = A political unit dependent on another government for protection Viceroy = A governor ruling as a representative of a monarch Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Terms in Imperialism

Imperialism: Extension of national power over other lands, leading to European control over territories for resource extraction and trade.
Racism: Belief that race determines traits and capabilities, often justifying imperialist actions.
Protectorate: A political unit dependent on another government for protection, often seen during imperial expansions.
Indirect Rule: Colonial governance allowing local rulers to maintain authority, promoting stability and control.
Direct Rule: Imposition of new officials from the colonizing nation, removing local elites from power.
Annex: To incorporate territories into a larger political unit, facilitating imperial control.
Indigenous: Refers to native populations within a region, often subjected to imperial rule.
Sepoys: Indian soldiers employed by the British East India Company, pivotal in protecting interests in the region.
Viceroy: A governor representing a monarch in a colonial territory, often exercising considerable power.
Dollar Diplomacy: Use of financial resources to enhance national power and influence in foreign relations.

Impact of Imperialism

Late 19th century saw Europeans establishing control over vast territories for resource acquisition and trade.
The rise of a new urban middle class in colonized regions sparked resistance movements, influenced by Western education on natural rights and democracy.

Resource Extraction in West Africa

Europeans seized vital resources such as peanuts, timber, hides, and palm oil.
Great Britain annexed West coastal states and Nigeria, while France controlled French West Africa and Germany held smaller territories.

Missionary Influence in Central Africa

European missionaries aimed to "civilize" native Africans; however, their activities provided geographic information that aided imperialists like King Leopold II in subjugating local populations.

Education and Colonial Control in India

British reluctance to implement universal public education in India stemmed from costs and fears of fostering mass demands for rights.

India's Cultural Revival

Sparked by British superiority attitudes, cultural revival included establishment of colleges, newspapers, and societies like the Triplicane Literary Society, with figures such as Rabindranath Tagore promoting national pride.

Mexican Constitution of 1917

Established key provisions including voting rights for men, minimum wage, work hour limits, unions, land redistribution, and restrictions on foreign investment.

Growth of the Middle Class in Latin America

Late 19th century prosperity from food and raw material exports contributed to a growing urban middle class seeking education and liberal reforms.

Resistance to Colonization

Each region (Southeast Asia, Africa, India, Latin America) showcased distinct resistance efforts against colonization, utilizing varied tactics and having varied degrees of success or failure.

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Explore key concepts from Chapter 12 of T. Wallace's work on imperialism. This quiz features essential terms such as imperialism, racism, protectorate, and indirect rule, providing a comprehensive understanding of the topic. Perfect for students seeking to deepen their knowledge of imperialistic practices and ideas.