British Empire Flashcards
1
Q
What is an empire?
A
A large state or group of states under a single ruler
2
Q
How much of the world did the BE rule?
A
1/4
3
Q
What was the BE’s nickname?
A
The empire that the sun never set on
4
Q
Why did Britain build an empire?
A
Trade, military, religion, employment, education, power, exploration
5
Q
What were some of the countries that made up the BE?
A
Jamaica, Africa, India,Australia, West Africa
6
Q
Pros of the BE?
A
It taught people how bad slavery was.
It taught people English.
It brought people to different countries.
7
Q
Cons of the BE?
A
It harmed many colonies.
It took money from innocent people.
It used slaves.
