Tools of Imperialism - OER

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What is Gunboat Diplomacy?

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The use of powerful navies by imperial powers to influence other nations without direct control.

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Define Social Darwinism.

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The survival of the fittest—the idea that certain people become powerful in society because they are innately better.

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What is Indirect Rule?

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A strategy used by imperial powers where local leaders are used under the supervision of the imperial power to manage smaller regions.

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How does Indirect Rule reduce costs for colonial administrations?

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By relying on local intermediaries instead of increasing the number of European administrators.

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What role did knowledge play in imperialism?

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It justified colonial rule and gathered information for empire-building.

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What is Coercive Diplomacy?

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A strategy that involves threatening military action to influence another nation's behavior.

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What is Economic Imperialism?

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The practice of extending a nation's power and influence through economic means, such as trade and investment.

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What is the primary goal of imperialism?

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To extend a nation's power and influence over other lands.

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What is a Joint Stock Company?

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A business entity where shares are owned by shareholders, often used in trade and colonization.

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What does the term 'Colonial Governance' refer to?

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The system of administration and control established by a colonial power over its territories.