British Empire Flashcards
What were the main reasons for the British Empire?
Trade, strategy, religion, imperial rivalry.
Why would the empire ‘civilise’ other countries?
Their beliefs and lifestyles were different to Britain’s.
What did Britain call ‘uncivilised countries’?
Savages
What was a way that Britain would civilise other countries?
They would build schools and hospitals for them.
What were the hospitals and schools really used for?
They were used to teach the lifestyle and beliefs of Britain to the natives.
What was the common instinct of the natives when Britain invaded?
They would see them as not dangerous.
What attitude did the natives grow over a long period with the empire?
They became less friendly and aggressive.
When were slaves being used in the empire?
18th century
What was the contenant where slaves were taken from?
Africa
When was slavery abolished?
1833
Did natives still have to work when slavery was abolished?
Yes, they were expected to work for a small pay.
What did the british also bring to the natives?
Diseases that the natives were not immune to.
What are examples of benefits of having your country invaded by the empire?
Roads and railways being built. In India, sanitation improved a lot.
Why was there inequality between natives and the empire?
No matter how talented the natives were, the opportunities that Britain had were denied for them.
