Exploitation of Africa Flashcardizz

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What was one of the main reasons European countries exploited Africa during the colonial period?

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To extract natural resources

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Which of the following was a major consequence of the exploitation of Africa by European powers?
- Increased technological development in Africa
- Economic prosperity for all African nations
- Disruption of traditional African societies
- Establishment of democratic governments

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Disruption of traditional African societies

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Which European country was known for its harsh exploitation of the Congo?

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Belgium

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What was the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 primarily about?

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Dividing Africa among European powers

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Which of the following resources was heavily extracted from Africa during the colonial period? Oil, Diamonds, Timber, All of the above

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All of the above

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What was one method used by European colonizers to control African populations? Options: Offering free education, Building hospitals, Imposing taxes and forced labor (slavery), Encouraging local governance

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Imposing taxes and forced labor (slavery)

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Which African country was never colonized by European powers? Options: Nigeria, Ethiopia, Kenya, Ghana

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Ethiopia

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What was the primary focus of the Atlantic slave trade?

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Transporting African slaves to the Americas

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Which of the following was a positive impact of European colonization in Africa? Options: Complete eradication of poverty, Introduction of new technologies and infrastructure, Total political freedom for African nations, Uninterrupted peace across the continent

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Introduction of new technologies and infrastructure

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What is one way African countries have responded to the legacy of exploitation?

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Seeking reparations and economic independence