Imperialism

What is the term for when industrialized nations dominate other countries for markets and materials?

• Colonialism

• Imperialism

• Nationalism

• Socialism

What does the term "spheres of influence" refer to in the context of China?

• Areas of cultural exchange

• Areas of privileged access to ports and markets for trade

• Areas of military control

• Areas of religious influence

What is a colony?

• A self-governing region

• A country or area under either direct or indirect control of another country

• A region with its own military

• A country with a unique language

What is the "White Man's Burden" as described by Rudyard Kipling?

• A poem about the responsibilities of European countries to spread civilization

• A novel about the industrial revolution

• A historical account of European colonization

• A scientific theory about evolution

Why was India referred to as the "Jewel in the Crown" by the British?

• It was the largest British colony

• It was the most valuable colony due to its resources and market

• It was the first colony established by the British

• It was the only colony in Asia

What was the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857?

• A peaceful protest against British taxes

• A rebellion of Hindu and Muslim soldiers against British rule

• A negotiation for Indian independence

• A trade agreement between India and Britain

Who were the Mughals in the context of Indian history?

• Hindu rulers who established a new religion

• Muslim rulers who combined Hindu and Muslim cultures

• British governors who ruled India

• French traders who settled in India

What was the main goal of the Indian National Congress when it was formed in the late 1800s?

• To promote British colonial rule

• To gain greater democracy and eventual self-rule

• To establish a monarchy in India

• To support European imperialism

What is Direct Rule in the context of colonial government?

• Local rulers maintain power with guidance from the colonizers

• Local rulers are removed and replaced by officials from the mother country

• Colonizers rule indirectly through local leaders

• Colonizers allow complete self-governance

How did the British implement Indirect Rule in their colonies?

• By using local rulers to carry out colonial rule

• By directly governing all aspects of the colony

• By allowing complete independence

• By replacing local rulers with British officials