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Who was the main imperialistic power?
Europe
Why did European powers partake in imperialism?
To take advantage of natural resources found around the world.
If a country runs out of natural resources, and needs to get them from a different country, what are two ways they can go about their relationship with this country?
Militarism / diplomacy
What was this splitting up of Africa called?
Scramble for Africa
What is imperialism?
When one country takes control of another.
What three countries or regions were taken advantage of?
Africa, China, India
How did the Industrial Revolution lead to Imperialism?
The Industrial Revolution created a high demand for natural resources to fuel the machines, as well as new markets to sell their finished goods.
Which European super power had control over India?
Britain
What was the only African country to successfully fight off European imperialism?
Ethiopia
What did the British sell to the Chinese that significantly hurt the population?
Opium
In which German city did European leaders meet to discuss the splitting up of Africa for its natural resources?
Berlin
What does the word “prejudiced” mean?
Biased toward a racial, religious, or national group.
What did the British do to spark the Sepoy Rebellion?
Covered rifle cartridges with beef and pork fat.
Why did European colonial governments find Central, East, and South Africa attractive for colonization?
This area had great climates and fertile soil which was perfect for farming.
Why was the British East India Company created?
To control trade between Britain, India, and East Asia.
Which European country took control over the Congo?
Belgium
Which group primarily benefited from South Africa’s self governance?
The white settlers.
What did the Muslim League seek to do?
Protect the interest of Indian Muslims.
Who was the Belgian King that colonized the Congo for its rubber?
King Leopold II
What was apartheid?
A system enforcing the separation of races in South Africa.
Which European country had control over Indochina (Southeast Asia)?
France
Who was a Vietnamese revolutionary leader who founded the Communist Party of Vietnam and led the country to independence from French colonial rule?
Hồ Chí Minh