Colonialism Flashcards
What is colonialism?
The conquest and control of other people’s lands, resources, and labor, often justified by cultural superiority.
What was a key economic motive for colonialism?
The exploitation of colonies for raw materials and captive markets for European goods.
How did colonialism impact indigenous cultures?
It suppressed or modified indigenous languages, traditions, and knowledge systems.
What political control methods were used in colonialism?
Direct or indirect governance, often co-opting local elites.
How did colonialism justify its dominance?
Through the discourse of racial superiority.
What were common forms of resistance to colonial rule?
Revolts, rebellions, and nationalist independence movements.
How did colonialism shape modern economies?
Former colonies remain economically dependent on former colonial powers.
What kind of violence did colonialism involve?
It involved warfare, genocide, and enslavement.
What is neo-colonialism?
The continued economic and political dependency of former colonies on former colonizers.
How did colonial rule shape racial hierarchies?
It established myths of racial superiority that persist today.
