Types of Imperialism

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What does a colonial power do?

Promotes the culture of the indigenous people

Establishes control over another territory through colonisation (correct)

Defends its own territory from external threats

Is a self-governing country

What is the definition of a colony?

A territory controlled by indigenous people

A territory controlled by a colonial power (correct)

A group of colonies controlled by a central power

A self-governing country

What does culture refer to?

Shared language, traditions, beliefs, dressing, food, and music of a group of people (correct)

The period of transition from creating goods by hand to using machines

The act of connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea

The act of forcefully establishing control over a territory

What is an empire?

A group of colonies controlled by a central colonial power Signup and view all the answers

Where did the Industrial Revolution begin?

Great Britain Signup and view all the answers

What does imperialism involve?

Extending influence over other territories Signup and view all the answers

Why did the locals in West Africa need to trade with the Europeans?

Because they could not produce certain items at the quality of the Europeans. Signup and view all the answers

What made the European fabrics cheaper than the locally produced fabrics in West Africa?

Presence of industries in Europe. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the locals use European pots instead of the ones they made themselves?

European pots were of higher quality. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of using slaves by the locals in West Africa?

To carry goods inland. Signup and view all the answers

What function did chamber pots serve for the locals in West Africa?

Serving as mobile toilets. Signup and view all the answers

Apart from natural resources, why did Europeans come to the Gold Coast?

To spread Christianity. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of economic imperialism?

Indirectly influencing markets and resources Signup and view all the answers

Which type of imperialism involves influencing decision-making processes of a territory without direct governance?

Political Imperialism Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes colonialism from other forms of imperialism?

Establishing direct control over another territory Signup and view all the answers

Why did Europeans initially set up trading posts along the coasts of Africa?

Due to limitations in knowledge of inland Africa Signup and view all the answers

What challenges did European explorers face when trying to travel further inland in Africa?

Danger from tropical diseases like malaria and yellow fever Signup and view all the answers

Why did Africa's western regions become known as the “White Man's Grave”?

Owing to the danger of diseases like malaria and yellow fever Signup and view all the answers

Why did Europeans need an abundance of natural resources during the period of the Industrial Revolution?

To use in manufacturing Signup and view all the answers

Which resource was specifically mentioned as being used in the making of tyres?

Rubber Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of political control by colonial powers over their colonies?

Maintaining order and decision-making processes Signup and view all the answers

Which group played a key role in cultural assimilation during colonial rule?

Missionaries Signup and view all the answers

What were some of the products derived from exploiting palm oil during colonial times?

Soap and lubricants Signup and view all the answers

Why did some colonial powers acquire specific territories for geopolitical advantages?

For strategic reasons Signup and view all the answers

Why did Britain consider Egypt strategically important?

For its access to the Suez Canal and the short route to India Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the reasons for establishing colonies for National Glory?

To showcase power and prestige Signup and view all the answers

Why did Italy and Germany establish colonies in the 19th century?

To showcase their power and prestige Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the colonies established by Italy and Germany in Africa?

The colonies were eventually taken over by Britain and France in World War I Signup and view all the answers

Why did some nations continue struggling to build Empires despite unprofitable colonies?

To gain prestige on the global stage Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason Italy established colonies like Libya and Eritrea?

To showcase Italian power and prestige Signup and view all the answers