Definitions Flashcards
Define Sphere of influence and give an example
Trading rights without direct political involvement. China never allowed imperialism except for spheres of influence, British selling china opium is an example of sphere of influence
Define Nationalism
The belief that people’s greatest loyalty should be to a nation of people who share identity.
Define Nation
A group of people with shared history, culture, and identity who possess a territory or state
Define Nation - State
When a nation has its own government and the people share a culture and identity there.
Define imperialism
Extending a country’s influence through military and political power
Who were the warriors hired to protect the British India company
Used sepoys (Indian soldiers)
What resources did India provide Great Britain
Cotton, opium, tea and raw materials
Describe the British raj
Total control — direct British “raj” means rule.
