Revolutions and Rebellions
Occurred from 1776-1783, this conflict established a sovereign country by destroying colonial ties.
The American Revolution
This movement was marked by the application of science to everyday life and was led primarily by French philosophers.
What is the Enlightenment?
Which East Asian country successfully resisted imperialism by becoming an imperial power itself?
Japan
What country did most European and Asian migrants move to during the age of imperialism?
USA
What was the political event that restored practical imperial rule to Japan and began the process of modernizing the country?
Meiji Restoration
This conflict of 1860-1865 was a primary example of regionalism with a country. (Hint it happened over slavery)
The American Civil War
This man believed that all men are born with morality and inherent rights, inspiring democratic philosophies for much of the Western world.
John Locke
What were THREE materials wanted from Africa during this NEW era of imperialism?
Palm oil, rubber, gold, ivory, and diamonds
Why did most immigrants leave their homelands and what gender were the vast majority of them?
Mostly men seeking work in big cities (left rural, agricultural areas for factory work)
BONUS:
What is the famous saying about the British during this time period?
The Sun Never Sets on the British Empire
This violent uprising occurred in 1857 in South Asia.(Hint It has to do with a specific Group in India)
Sepoy Rebellion
Perhaps one of the most important revolutionary developments in history, this period was marked by an increased production of coal and mining.
What is the Industrial Revolution?
What was the name of the conference that Europeans attended to decide on the fate of Africa?
How did technology influence global migration patterns in the nineteenth century?
The development of new, more affordable methods of transportation allowed more people to search for work in other parts of the world
This area was dominated first by the Dutch and then the British for economic purposes.
What is South Africa?
important similarity between the American Revolution and the French Revolution is that they both
Challenged Monarchial governments
Which of the following was the key factor in the start of Latin American independence?
Creole grievances about their lack of political authority
This South American country is known for its large-scale export of meat and various raw materials to Great Britain
Argentina
How did global migration patterns following the age of imperialism influence gender roles in HOME countries?
Women began taking on new roles that had been formerly occupied by men
How did technology affect European expansion in Africa?
New military technologies led to ability to conquer easier
What was the Boxer Rebellion?
Chinese revolt against Western influence. Boxers killed Chinese Christians and foreigners
Identify ONE change in the political systems of South or Southeast Asia in the period 1750–1900
Mughal empire collapsed; French conquered Indochina (Vietnam); British crown took DIRECT control over India
A change in which the fight for gender equality became a greater issue.
How did mass migration affect the development of cities in RECEIVING countries?
Growing rates of urbanization as migrants predominantly settled in cities in the receiving societies (urban enclaves)
Slavery and serfdom were abolished in the 1860s in
the United States and Russia