30 Questions
What does a colonial power do?
Establishes control over another territory through colonisation
What is the definition of a colony?
A territory controlled by a colonial power
What does culture refer to?
Shared language, traditions, beliefs, dressing, food, and music of a group of people
What is an empire?
A group of colonies controlled by a central colonial power
Where did the Industrial Revolution begin?
Great Britain
What does imperialism involve?
Extending influence over other territories
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.
What made the European fabrics cheaper than the locally produced fabrics in West Africa?
Presence of industries in Europe.
Why did the locals use European pots instead of the ones they made themselves?
European pots were of higher quality.
What was the main purpose of using slaves by the locals in West Africa?
To carry goods inland.
What function did chamber pots serve for the locals in West Africa?
Serving as mobile toilets.
Apart from natural resources, why did Europeans come to the Gold Coast?
To spread Christianity.
What is the main focus of economic imperialism?
Indirectly influencing markets and resources
Which type of imperialism involves influencing decision-making processes of a territory without direct governance?
Political Imperialism
What distinguishes colonialism from other forms of imperialism?
Establishing direct control over another territory
Why did Europeans initially set up trading posts along the coasts of Africa?
Due to limitations in knowledge of inland Africa
What challenges did European explorers face when trying to travel further inland in Africa?
Danger from tropical diseases like malaria and yellow fever
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
Why did Europeans need an abundance of natural resources during the period of the Industrial Revolution?
To use in manufacturing
Which resource was specifically mentioned as being used in the making of tyres?
Rubber
What is the main focus of political control by colonial powers over their colonies?
Maintaining order and decision-making processes
Which group played a key role in cultural assimilation during colonial rule?
Missionaries
What were some of the products derived from exploiting palm oil during colonial times?
Soap and lubricants
Why did some colonial powers acquire specific territories for geopolitical advantages?
For strategic reasons
Why did Britain consider Egypt strategically important?
For its access to the Suez Canal and the short route to India
What was one of the reasons for establishing colonies for National Glory?
To showcase power and prestige
Why did Italy and Germany establish colonies in the 19th century?
To showcase their power and prestige
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
Why did some nations continue struggling to build Empires despite unprofitable colonies?
To gain prestige on the global stage
What was the main reason Italy established colonies like Libya and Eritrea?
To showcase Italian power and prestige
Explore the three main types of imperialism: Economic Imperialism, Political Imperialism, and Cultural Imperialism. Learn how each type influences different aspects of society and territories.
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