Age of Imperialism Flashcards
What is imperialism?
The seizure of a country or territory by a stronger country.
What is a colony?
A type of territory governed by a foreign power.
What is a protectorate?
A type of territory that governs itself but under outside control
What is a sphere of influence?
A type of territory in which outside power controls investments and trading
What is economic imperialism?
A type of territory in which a private business asserts control
What is Social Darwinism?
Strong conquered weak (national prestige; racism)
What are some elements of industrialization?
Needed raw materials, markets, tarrifs, etc.
What were some elements of the civilizing mission?
Hospitals, schools, churches, laws, languages, etc.
What happened to Dr. Livingstone?
He went out to explore Africa and was “lost”. When he was found, he was in he Congo. This sprked the interest of many countries.
What were two minerals heavily saught after by other countries in Africa?
Gold and diamonds
What was decided at the Berlin Conference? When was it? Was there any African representation?
The countries agreed on borders; 1884; no.
What was the first country to settle in Africa? When?
The Dutch; 1652
What is a ‘Boer’?
A farmer
When did the Zulus fight the British?
1879
When did the Zulu nation fall to the British?
1887
What was the Boer War?
The clash between the Boers and the British
Who won the Boer War? When did the war end?
The British; 1902
What were sepoys?
Indian soldiers who worked for Britain
How did the British originally rule India?
The British adopted a “hands-off” policy regarding local regions, but racism and missionaries were prevelant
What were the bullets rumored to be covered in?
Pig grease and cow fat
Why were the Hindu and Muslim sepoys offended by the products covering the bullets?
Hindus view cows as sacred and Muslims don’t eat pork
What was the cause and effect of the Sepoy Mutiny?
Cause- the cow fat and pig grease covering the bullets
Effect- A year of warfare that ended with the British taking total contol of India
What was the name for the period of time Britain ruled India? How long did it last?
Raj (1858-1947)
Which territories did the United States gain during the Age of Imperialism?
The Phillipines, Guam, and Puerto Rico
How did the United States gain the Phillipines, Guam, and Puerto Rico?
The beat Spain in the Spanish-American War in 1898
