Imperialism and Nationalsim Terms Flashcard 1-10 S

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The term used for when one stronger country captures or controls a smaller or weaker country

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Imperialism

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Theory based on “survival of the fittest” and was used by Europeans to justify imperializing Africa.

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Social Darwinism

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The belief that it was up to Europeans to civilize lesser cultures

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White Man's Burden

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Imperialist style of management that relied on existing political leaders.

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Indirect Control

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Imperialist style of management in which Europeans brought in their own leaders to run the colony, and did not train locals.

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Direct Control

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Treating people as if they were children; denying them rights. How the Europeans acted towards the Africans.

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Paternalism

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The process of adapting or adjusting to the culture of a group or nation - Often results in losing one’s own cultural identity.

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Assimilation

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Pride in one's country is called

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Nationalism

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The belief that one race is superior to others:

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Racism

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A country or territory controlled by a foreign power (no independence)

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Colony