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| Imperialism is when one country dominates another country, ususally colonizes that country and takes away their culture, religion, tradition. |
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| 2. What is the difference between Imperialism and Colonialism? |
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| Colonialism refers to political, religious, or economic control, and Imperialism is the overall domination. |
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| 3. How did the Industrial Revolution lead to Imperialism? |
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| The Industrial Revolution led to Imperialism because during the Industrial Revolution, many new great machines and items were invented which made the countries stronger and able to dominate other countries. |
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| 4. What was the “Scramble for Africa”? |
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| The Scramble for Africa was when European nations divided up Africa amongst themselves and 'scrambled' to control a specific part of Africa, since Africa was filled with many resources. |
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| 5. What were the effects of the” Scramble for Africa”? |
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| Most of Africa was dominated by European nations and colonization took place where Africans were robbed of their traditions, religion, and cultures. |
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| 6. Where were the British colonies primarily located in Africa? |
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| Because Africa was so resourceful. Africa contained many resources for mining, agriculture, and the creation of weapons, and, Africa was very big. |
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| 7. Where were the French colonies primarily located in Africa? |
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| French colonies were located in the North. |
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8. What were the motives for Imperialism?
8A .E:
8B. M:
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8A: Exploratory
8B: Military
8C: Political
8D: Ideological
8E: Religious
8F: Economic |
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9. Describe EACH the 4 types of colonial rule AND each of their pros & cons:
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9A: Direct: Using your own people to rule and occupied area.
9B: Indirect: Choosing local officers to rule.
9C: Protectorate: The local rulers stayed in place but European advisers controlled trade and sent missionaries.
9D: Sphere of Influence: Outside power claimed all rights to make investments or conduct trade. |
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| 10. Describe the significance of King Leopold II. |
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| King Leopold II was the Belgian king known for the founding and exploitation of the Congo Free State as a private venture. He decreased the population of Africa by half because of murder. |
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| 11. Describe the significance of Menelik II. |
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| Menelik II had defended Ethiopia and built steps to strengthen and modernize his domain. He constructed a railroad and attempted to end the slave trade. |
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| 12. Describe the Boer War. |
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| The Boer War was between the Boers (AKA Dutch farmers) and The Zulus, an African Tribe. Both sides immediately fought (over land) and the Boers were able to beat the Zulus because they had guns and the Zulus did not. |
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