Causes Of Imperialism: Social Economic And Political Factors

The video introduces the causes of imperialism, focusing on social, political, and economic factors. Social causes include nationalism and racism, while political causes involve power and colonies. Economic causes are driven by the need for raw materials and new markets. The video concludes with a class activity.

What is the primary focus of today's video on imperialism?

• The end of imperialism

• The causes of imperialism

• The leaders of imperialism

• The effects of imperialism

Which religion did missionaries primarily aim to spread during imperialism?

• Buddhism

• Protestantism

• Islam

• Catholicism

What social concept is associated with the idea of national pride and power?

• Colonialism

• Capitalism

• Socialism

• Nationalism

Which poem is mentioned in relation to the social causes of imperialism?

• The White Man's Burden

• The Raven

• The Road Not Taken

• Ozymandias

How did acquiring colonies serve as a political cause of imperialism?

• It reduced national debt

• It allowed for cultural exchange

• It provided new languages to learn

• It was a source of power and troops

Which continent is highlighted as being coded by different imperial powers?

• Australia

• Africa

• Asia

• South America

What economic need drove countries to seek new colonies during imperialism?

• Need for new religions

• Need for new languages

• Need for raw materials

• Need for cultural diversity

How did colonies serve as new markets for imperial powers?

• They were places to sell goods

• They were sources of new religions

• They offered new cultural experiences

• They provided new languages

What was a significant economic cause of imperialism related to labor?

• Surplus labor in the home country

• Lack of industrialization

• Need for more laborers from colonies

• Decrease in population

What is the password mentioned at the end of the video?

• Running in the night

• Dancing in the dark

• Walking on sunshine

• Singing in the rain