Duren- Partitioning of Africa Flashcard

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What two European countries gained the most land in Africa during the time of Imperialism?

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Great Britain and France

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Which of the following describes what artificial political boundaries caused in Africa?

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civil wars, conflict, and tension between rival ethnic groups

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Through European Partitioning, _________ ___________ were divided and this led to political instability (civil wars).

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ethnic groups

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How many African countries were invited to the Berlin Conference?

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0

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The purpose of the Berlin Conference was to discuss:

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The partitioning of Africa

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A system of acquiring colonies to provide raw materials for a stronger country is called:

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Imperialism

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Why were European countries so interested in colonizing African land?

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They saw the abundance of natural resources that Africa had to offer.

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How did Europeans determine new boundaries in Africa?

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They completely ignored existing borders and drew new ones that were convenient for them.

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What was the purpose of the Berlin Conference?

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Partition African territory among European nations.

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What word means “strong belief/pride in one’s country”?

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Nationalism