Colonization

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100

What continent colonized Africa beginning in the 1500s?

Europe

200

Which European country first seized control of African city-states, setting the stage for further European domination?

Portugal

300

What region of Africa did most Europeans trade with before the mid-1400s?

North Africa

400

Why did Europeans primarily trade with North Africa up until the mid-1400s?

North Africa is closest to Europe. Both are on the Mediterranean Sea.

500

How did the trade relationship between Europe and Africa change after the late 1400s?

Started as trade between equals - turned into the enslavement and forced migration of millions of Africans

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100

Define colonization.

Settling an area and taking control of its government

200

In what different ways did the Europeans govern their African colonies?

Direct rule: Governments sent officials to rule the colony (i.e. Belgian Congo) Indirect rule: Africans would govern the colony, but would be taking orders from European officials (i.e. Nigeria) In all cases, African people had little power in their governments

300

What were some effects of slavery on Africa?

Some Africans became wealthy; it was a major disaster for Africa; West Africa lost must of its population; Robbed of skilled workers and with many families torn apart, many African societies broke down

400

Describe the practice of slavery in Africa before the 1500s.

Common practice; enslaved people were the property of their owners; slaves could win freedom or be bought out of slavery; potential to become important citizens following their life as a slave

500

Compare and contrast the practice of slavery in Africa with the European practice of slavery.

Similarities: Slaves were the property of their owners Africa: could win or buy freedom; could become important citizens European: rarely freed, forced migration