Causes of Imperialism
Why did European countries want colonies during the 1800s?
to gain wealth and power
One effect of European imperialism in Africa was:
created borders that caused future conflict
What was the original purpose of the British East India Company?
trade goods and make profits
Name on of the MAIN causes that tensions built up in WWI.
Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism
What is "total war"?
war involving all parts of society, including civilians
What was the "Scramble for Africa"?
a rush by Europeans to colonize Africa
What happened to traditional cultures in many colonized countries?
they were weakened or replaced
By the mid-1800s, the East India Company mainly controlled:
most of India
What does the term "militarism" mean?
glorifying the military and preparing for war
What was one of the main features of trench warfare?
long battles with little territory gained (Stalemate)
The Berlin Conference of 1884–1885 was held to
divide African land among European powers
The U.S. wanted Hawaii mainly for:
sugar plantations and naval bases
Why did many Indians resent the East India Company’s rule?
Indians lost control over their economy, politics, and culture
Which countries made up the Triple Entente before World War I?
Britain, France, and Russia
"No Man’s Land" referred to:
the dangerous area between enemy trenches?
What allowed Europeans to easily conquer African territories?
superior weapons and technology
Under U.S. rule, the Philippines:
became a U.S. colony after fighting a rebellion
The Sepoy Rebellion in India was caused by:
British disrespect for Indian religions
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand led directly to:
the start of World War I
What new strategy did Germany use to break the stalemate at sea?
submarine warfare (U-boats)?
What effect did imperialism have on economies in colonized nations?
economies focused on serving European needs
Why did France take control of Indochina (Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia)?
access resources and expand markets
What major change occurred in Japan during the Meiji Restoration?
Japan became modern and industrialized
Nationalism in the Balkans contributed to World War I because:
many ethnic groups wanted independence
Name 1 event that caused the United States to enter World War I?
Sinking of the Lusitania OR the Zimmerman Telegram