Imperialism Quiz

What was one economic motivation for imperialism?

• To spread democracy

• To provide raw materials for industrialization

• To promote cultural exchange

• To establish peace treaties

How did nationalism contribute to imperialism?

• By promoting global peace

• By encouraging cultural diversity

• By creating a competitive attitude among nations

• By fostering economic equality

What military need drove imperialists to take control of islands and ports?

• To establish trade routes

• To refuel steamships with coal

• To spread religious beliefs

• To build schools and hospitals

What was the argument behind the "Civilizing Mission" justification for imperialism?

• To promote global trade and ultimately improve the lives of less advanced people

• To bring superior institutions and ideas to less advanced peoples

• To establish military alliances and defensive treaties

• To create new languages and embrace those who are different

The view that a nations most "fit" to survive had the right to dominate others

• Dominator Globalist

• True Survivalist

• Social Darwinism

• Winner Winner

Using the image to the left:

Which of the motivations/justifications does this image represent and why?