British Empire Flashcards
What is an informal empire?
Informal empire territories are places that are not officially part of an empire (like a colony) but are still strongly influenced or controlled by the empire, often through trade, military presence, or political pressure.
What is a Crown Colony without Representative Government.
The British government appoints a governor to rule, with little input from locals.
What is a Crown Colony with Representative Government:.
The British appoint a governor, but a locally-elected group of settlers helps make decisions.
What is a Protectorate?
The local ruler (king or chief) keeps power but is advised by a British representative.
What is a Chartered Company?
with royal permission manages the territory for trade and development, while the local rulers stay in charge.
What is a heterogenous empire?
is an empire made up of different types of people, cultures, and societies. It is not uniform, but rather diverse in its populations.
How would you describe African civilisation and culture before
British involvement?
Before British involvement, Africa had diverse, advanced civilizations with rich cultures, trade networks, and unique art and architecture.
How were men on the spot the driving force for imperialsm
“Men on the spot” were Europeans in colonies who used their local knowledge, economic interests, and political pressure to push for more imperial control and expansion.
What is meant by the term ‘swing to the east’? How accurate is it?
The term “swing to the east” refers to the shift in global focus towards Asia, particularly China and India, for economic and strategic importance.
What is Mercantilism?
Mercantilism is an economic system where countries try to gain wealth and power by controlling trade. The goal is to export more goods than they import, building up gold and resources.
What is the definition of commerce?
The buying of goods and services,especially on a large scale.
