The Scramble for Africa

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What motivated European nations to expand their territories and colonize Africa?

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A need for resources (due to IR), nationalism, and social Darwinism

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How did social Darwinists justify racism and imperialism in Africa?

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By claiming European superiority based on wealth and technology

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What was the purpose of the Berlin Conference in 1884-1885?

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To discuss the sharing of Africa among European nations

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Which European nation claimed the Congo region in Africa?

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Belgium

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How did King Leopold II of Belgium exploit the Belgian Congo? In other words, how did King Leopold use the Belgian Congo?

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By forcing African workers to meet rubber quotas through violence and brutality

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True / False: Europeans and Africans divided up Africa at the Berlin Conference between 1884-1885

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False

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How did European imperialism impact Africa?

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It resulted in underdevelopment, poverty, and destruction of African societies.

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What was the main reason for European nations to colonize Africa?

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To exploit Africa's resources and create new markets

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What impact did European imperialism have on the population of the Congo Free State?

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Population decreased significantly due to violence and exploitation.

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What is imperialism?

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The idea of expanding one's territory by taking over another country.