Vocabulary
Imperialism 1
Responses to Imperialism 2
Primary Source Analysis
Motivations of Imperialism
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Imperialism is the….?
Conquering of foreign territories by powerful countries for natural resources or markets
100
Africa was divided without any regard for the people there at the …?
Berlin Conference
100
Why was India called the “jewel in the crown”?
It was the most valuable of all of Britain’s colonies.
100
What does this cartoon suggest about the public opinion on the purchase of Alaska in 1867?
It was criticized as a foolish purchase.
100
What are the economic motivations for imperialism?
Obtain goods and resources.
200
Sphere of influence is...?
Where the foreign powers get exclusive rights
200
China declared war on Great Britain over the introduction of ____ into China.
Opium
200
What “item” was very valuable in Hawaii?
Sugar Cane
200
Source 4: The Platt Amendment (1901 )- "The Government of Cuba consents that the United States may exercise the right to intervene for the preservation of Cuban independence, the maintenance of a government adequate for the protection of life, property, and individual liberty. Furthermore, Cuba agrees to lease lands to the United States for naval stations."
How did the U.S. Justify its involvement in Cuba as outlined in the Platt Amendment?
By claiming the need to protect Cuban Independence
200
What are political motivations for imperialism?
Establish dominance, gain control over as much territory as possible, and become world power
300
A protectorate is…?
Controlled by foreign power
300
The Russo-Japanese war was fought over…?
Territory in Korea and Manchuria
300
The image below depicts which Filipino revolutionary leader…?
Emilio Aguinaldo
300
Source 3: Excerpt from the Treaty of Paris (1898)
"Spain relinquishes all claim of sovereignty over and title to Cuba. And as the island is, upon its evacuation by Spain, to be occupied by the United States, the United States will, so long as such occupation shall last, assume and discharge the obligations that may under international law result from the fact of its occupation. Additionally, Spain cedes to the United States the islands of Puerto Rico and Guam in the West Indies, and the Philippine Islands in the Pacific."
What does this treaty show about what the U.S. gained from the Spanish-American War?
The U.S. was able to grow its imperial power by taking new territories.
300
What are military motivations for imperialism?
Protect themselves against threats or gain military advantage.
400
Which form of imperialism is ruled directly by a foreign power?
Colony
400
The movements listed in the table below all took place in...
Anglo-Zulu War
Maji Maji Rebellion
Mandingo Wars
Africa
400
The Boxer Rebellion occurred because…? The “Boxers” of china were…?
Chinese groups were angry over foreign influence. Unexperienced, poor farmers
400
Source 2: Queen Liliuokalani’s Protest
"I, Liliuokalani, by the Grace of God and under the Constitution of the Hawaiian Kingdom, Queen, do hereby protest against all actions taken against me and my government by those who claim to have created a new government. I give up my authority only to avoid the loss of life for my people."
What does Queen Liliuokalani’s statement show about her feelings and priorities?
She wanted to keep peace and protect her people.
400
What are cultural motivations for imperialism?
Belief that some groups are superior and should rule over others or have an obligation to “civilize” others, known as ‘The White Man’s Burden’
500
What does the phrase "White Man's Burden" refer to in the context of imperialism?
The idea that European countries were morally obligated to "civilize" non-European societies.
500
What was the outcome of the Sepoy Rebellion?
India was directly controlled by Great Britain as the new British Raj.
500
One similarity between the Sepoy Rebellion in India and the Boxer Rebellion in China is that both were:
Attempts to end foreign interference
500
What was the main idea behind this poster?
To rally support for the Spanish-American War
500
What are the religious or moral motivations for imperialism?
Save people from the dangers of an oppressive government or religion, often by imposing a different one