Imperial Powers
Which European country was the main imperial power in India?
Great Britain
The name of the period in Japan where every aspect of their society was westernized in response to European imperialism.
The Meiji Restoration
How did imperialist nations justify their domination of other countries and peoples in the 19th century?
Through ideas like the "White Man’s Burden" and Social Darwinism, claiming it was their duty to civilize “lesser” races.
What war, fought between Prussia and Austria in 1866, paved the way for the unification of Germany?
The Austro-Prussian War (also known as the Seven Weeks' War)
A policy in which a strong nation seeks to dominate to other countries politically, economically, or socially
Imperialism
The name of the commodore from the U.S. navy who forced Japan out of isolation.
Commodore Matthew Perry
A meeting (1884-1885) at which representatives of European nations made rules for the European nations on European colonization of Africa & division of Africa
The Berlin Conference
A series of conflicts fought between the British Empire and the Dutch settler population in South Africa
The Boer Wars
Imperialism was influenced by _________, a sense of pride in one’s country.
nationalism
Which 1870-1871 war between France and Prussia was a decisive event that led to the final unification of Germany?
The Franco-Prussian War
The application of Charles Darwin's ideas about evolution and survival of the fittest to human societies - particularly as justification for imperialist expansion
Social Darwinism
He is known for his "Blood and Iron" speech and for creating the alliance system.
Otto von Bismarck
Which European power ruled over the Congo Free State in Africa, subjecting locals to brutal exploitation?
Belgium
The goal of this rebellion was to overthrow Qing rule, establish the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom, and promote land reforms, gender equality, and Christian-inspired policies.
Overall, it blended Christian ideas with anti-imperialism but ultimately led to greater Qing reliance on foreign powers.
The Taiping Rebellion
What economic factor often motivated imperial powers to colonize other regions, especially in Africa and Asia, for resource extraction?
The need for raw materials (such as rubber, minerals, and spices) to fuel industrial growth.
Which Italian king is considered the symbol of Italian unification and became the first king of a united Italy in 1861?
King Emmanuel II
a country or an area of a country that another country has the power to affect what happens there.
Sphere of Influence
A key Chinese revolutionary leader who promoted nationalism, democracy, and welfare (The Three Principles of the Peoples).
Sun Yat-Sen
Which Asian imperial power sought to dominate Korea and parts of China during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
Japan
The name of the treaty that was signed at the end of the first Opium War and was the first of many unequal treaties that the Chinese were forced to sign with imperialist countries.
The Treaty of Nanjing
The __________ ____________ created a demand for raw materials (such as rubber, cotton, and minerals) and new markets for manufactured goods, which led European powers to establish colonies to secure these resources and expand their economic influence.
The Industrial Revolution
A rebellion that aimed to expel foreigners,missionaries, and Chinese Christians led by a secret Chinese nationalist group.
The Boxer Rebellion
The name of the British joint-stock company that was granted a charter from Queen Elizabeth I to explore and trade with India.
The British East India Company
Who is credited with leading the unification of Italy, especially through his campaigns in southern Italy?
Giuseppe Garibaldi
Which European nation was the major colonial power in the Middle East after World War I, particularly in modern-day Iraq and Palestine?
Great Britain
Which Indian event is considered a turning point in India's resistance to British rule, leading to widespread nationalism?
The Sepoy Mutiny
What strategic military reason prompted imperial powers to control islands and regions like the Suez Canal, Panama Canal, and the South China Sea?
Military and naval bases for global power projection and control of critical trade routes.
What was the name of the movement that led to the unification of Italy in the 19th century, involving key leaders like Cavour, Garibaldi, and Victor Emmanuel II?
The Risorgimento
A human-made waterway, which was opened in 1869, connecting the Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea
The Suez Canal
The name of the family who ruled the shogun for over 250 years and kept Japan isolated during the Edo period.
Tokugawa (the Tokugawa Shogunate)