Online Flashcard: Imperialism and Colonialism

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Which of the following is not an effect of Western Imperialism in Southeast Asia?

• The colonies were struggling
• The colonies were empowered
• Changed in religion was evident
• Changed in agriculture took place

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The colonies were empowered

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Mercantilism

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The basis of wealth of a nation is based on the amount of gold and silver it possesses.

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Why did Southeast Asia become a focus of Western imperialism during the 19th century?

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The Industrial Revolution increased demand for tropical products.

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Which of the following best describes the social hierarchy introduced by Western colonial rule in Southeast Asia? Options: A system rewarding local individuals based on education, A system favoring Europeans at the top and locals at the bottom, A system that elevated local rulers to equal status with European officials, A decentralized system with equal power shared between colonists and natives.

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A system favoring Europeans at the top and locals at the bottom.

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How did insular empires such as Majapahit differ from continental empires such as Khmer in their economic foundation?

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Insular empires relied heavily on seaborne trade networks, while continental empires depended on land-based agricultural system.

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What was the primary reason for European nations competing for control over Southeast Asia during the 19th century?

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To exploit the region's wealth of natural resources and trade routes.

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How did the establishment of colonial economies in Southeast Asia differ from traditional local economies?

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Colonial economies were integrated into global trade networks.

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What was the cultural impact of Western imperialism on Southeast Asia? Options: Indigenous religions were completely replaced by Christianity, Indigenous customs were left untouched by European powers, Local languages were eliminated in favor of European languages, Traditional art and literature were fused with European influences.

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Traditional art and literature were fused with European influences.

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Why was Thailand remained uncolonized by the Western powers?

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Because of its skillful diplomacy and strategic modernization efforts.

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What role did the spice trade play in the European colonization of Southeast Asia?

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The spice trade was a major economic driver that attracted European powers to establish colonies in the region.