European Expansion

The growing need for both raw materials and new markets in which to sell goods in the 19th century led to —

• the adoption of policies of imperialism by European nations.

• the adoption of policies of isolationism by European nations.

• the implementation of democratic political reforms by European governments.

• the implementation of communist economic reforms by European governments.

What is the main reason for the acquisition of Southeast Asian colonies by European nations?

IOW, why did Europeans want land in Southeast Asia?

• To increase international interdependence and become a globalized economy

• To prevent China from dominating the region

• To gain control over new land

• resources and markets for their industries

The quotation below is from German historian Heinrich von Treitschke.

All great nations . . . have desired to set their mark upon barbarian lands, and those who fail to participate in this great rivalry will play a pitiable role in time to come. 

— Heinrich von Treitschke                                                                Which concept is supported by this quotation?

• A. Mercantilism

• B. Socialism

• C. Imperialism

• D. Feudalism

Which statement accurately reflects Western beliefs regarding the issues addressed in Rudyard Kipling's poem "The White Man's Burden"?

It is the duty of Europeans to...

• civilize other peoples.

• open their markets to foreign goods.

• ensure economic stability

• preserve traditional cultures.

Why did the British government take control of the Suez Canal and Singapore in the 1800s?

• To gain access to new markets in which petroleum could be sold

• To expand the reach and influence of Christianity into new regions

• To secure a route for transporting laborers directly to the Americas

• To control strategic waterways and ensure safe passage for its ships

The list below is of three historical events.

• France gained control over Algeria.

• Great Britain gained control over North America.

• Portugal gained control over Angola.

 What do the events in this list have in common?

These are all events that or examples of...

• immediately preceded a political revolution.

• imperialism in various regions of the world.

• led to the formation of important international alliances.

• totalitarian regimes attempting to extend their influence.

The text below is an excerpt from a 1930 letter from Mahatma Gandhi to Viceroy of India, Lord Irwin.

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It has impoverished the dumb millions by a system of progressive exploitation and by a ruinously expensive military and civil administration which the country can never afford.

It has reduced us politically to serfdom. It has sapped the foundations of our culture. And, by the policy of disarmament, it has degraded us spiritually. Lacking the inward strength, we have been reduced, by all but universal disarmament, to a State bordering on cowardly helplessness.

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What is Gandhi referring to in his letter to Lord Irwin?

• A.The spread of Islam in India

• B.The British Empire's rule of India

• C.The Mughal Empire's rule of India

• D.The spread of communism in India

Which of the following statements about

the theory of Social Darwinism is correct?

• European imperialism in the late 19th century.

• the actions of Latin American revolutionaries in the early 19th century.

• the establishment of communist regimes

• Indian opposition to colonial rule and desire for independence.

The timeline lists events in the 19th and early-20th centuries.

                                                 

Which of the following would be the best title for this timeline?

• Ethnic Conflict in Africa

• European Imperialism in Africa

• The Democratization of Africa

• African Independence Movements

Why did China sign "unequal treaties" with Western nations during the 1840s?

• China required the aid of foreign powers to suppress a domestic rebellion.

• China was threatened by the advanced military technology of the Western powers.

• The Chinese government sought humanitarian aid after a drought caused widespread famine in China.

• The Chinese military was far superior to the militaries of the nations that they coerced into signing the treaties.