Imperialism 2025

Which European nation colonized India?  

• France
• Russia
• England 
• United States

 Why was India called the "jewel in the crown"?

• It was the most valuable of all Britain's colonies.
• The success of India's self sufficient economy strengthened Britain.
• The sepoy were a perfect model of successful imperialism.
• it had vast supply of diamonds, rubies, and sapphires.

Domination of one country by the political, economic, or cultural life of another country or region. 

• Imperialism 
• Partition 
• Sphere of Influence 
• Muslim League 

A mutiny fought by Indian soldiers against British rule in India in the mid 1800ś. 

• Sepoy Rebellion
• Boer War
• Unequal Treaty
• Opium War

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

• to ensure that Africa borders would be based on culture and language
• to prevent fighting among European nations over the division of Africa

• to keep peace between Africans and European leaders
• to give African leaders a chance to be heard by colonial interests

What were the Dutch settlers of South Africa called?

• Boers
• Ottomans
• Rajs
• Sepoys

Which of the following describes the theory that those who are fittest for survival enjoy wealth and success and are superior to others?

• Imperialism
• Paternalism
• Racism
• Social Darwinism

What area of Africa had no British holdings?

• Southwest Africa
• Southeast Africa
• Northwest Africa
• Northeast Africa

Which of the following types of imperialism best fits this definition: "To make money by taking advantage of the resources of another country"

• Political
• Economic
• Cultural
• Independence

Which of the following types of imperialism best fits this definition: "To control another country's government in order to become more powerful"

• Cultural
• Economic
• Political
• National