11.01 Imperialism: Motives and Basics

What is the defining characteristic of the New Imperialism?

• Peaceful coexistence among nations

• Resurgence in empire-building for nationalist prestige and economic benefits

• Isolationist foreign policies

• Decrease in European colonial possessions

How is imperialism defined in the context of the text?

• The pursuit of cultural diversity

• The political, economic, or cultural domination of a weaker country or region by a stronger one

• A system of government based on religious principles

• A form of social welfare system

What term refers to adding another region to a country or empire officially?

• Annex

• Spheres of influence

• Protectorate

• Colonies

What were European nations aiming to control through spheres of influence?

• Cultural exchange

• Military alliances

• Trade, mining, or other industries

• Political ideologies

How did France typically exercise governance in its colonies?

• Direct rule

• Indirect rule

• Through spheres of influence

• By establishing protectorates

Which term refers to areas dominated by Western nations in economics, culture, or politics without formal ownership?

• Annex

• Imperialism

• Colonies

• Spheres of influence

What governing style involved local leaders overseeing day-to-day governance under British control?

• Direct rule

• Indirect rule

• Protectorate

• Annexation

What motivated Europeans to expand their empires economically?

Which of the following was not a reason for imperial expansion?

• Access to raw materials and expansion of markets

• Cultural superiority

• Promotion of democracy

• Preservation of national security

Who proposed the idea of "Social Darwinism" to justify imperial expansion?

• Karl Marx

• Cecil Rhodes

• Friedrich Engels

• Rudyard Kipling