Topic 6.1 Vid

What was a key factor that distinguished the second wave of imperialism from earlier periods?

• The decline of European powers

• The influence of the Industrial Revolution

• The focus on maritime empires

• The rise of new world religions

How did nationalism contribute to the expansion of empires during the second wave of imperialism?

• By fostering a sense of superiority over other nations

• By reducing the desire for territorial expansion

• By encouraging the unification of European countries

• By promoting global peace and cooperation

What was the main idea behind scientific racism during the second wave of imperialism?

• Cultural differences are more important than biological ones

• Religious beliefs determine racial superiority

• All races are equal in biological terms

• Races can be ranked hierarchically based on biology

Which pseudoscientific practice was used to justify the superiority of the white race?

• Alchemy

• Phrenology

• Numerology

• Astrology

What concept did Social Darwinists apply to human societies to justify imperialism?

• Peaceful coexistence

• Equality of all nations

• Mutual cooperation

• Survival of the fittest

How did Social Darwinism rationalize the actions of imperial powers?

• By advocating for the independence of all nations

• By promoting cultural exchange

• By arguing that stronger nations naturally dominate weaker ones

• By suggesting that weaker nations should be protected

What was the primary goal of the Civilizing Mission ideology?

• To spread Western civilization and values

• To promote economic independence

• To establish global peace

• To preserve indigenous cultures

Which of the following was a method used in the Civilizing Mission to 'civilize' colonized peoples?

• Encouraging local governance

• Supporting traditional customs

• Promoting indigenous languages

• Imposing Western-style education

What role did missionaries play in the Civilizing Mission?

• They focused on economic development

• They aimed to convert colonized peoples to Christianity

• They encouraged political independence

• They promoted scientific research

How did the Civilizing Mission view the cultures of colonized peoples?

• As irrelevant to imperial goals

• As superior to Western cultures

• As equal to Western cultures

• As needing improvement through Western influence