EQ1 Forms of control

Question 1

What is direct control? Provide an example.

Answer 1

Political and perhaps military control of another country

Example: The USSR exerted direct control over Eastern Europe.

Question 2

What event occurred in Hungary in 1956?

Answer 2

The USSR invaded Hungary when communism was challenged.

Question 3

Define communism.

Answer 3

The government owns everything, and it is not shared between individuals, e.g., land or factories.

Question 4

What significant event happened in March 2014 regarding Crimea?

Answer 4

Annexation of Crimea (possession of land or country without permission).

Question 5

When did Britain take direct control of India?

Answer 5

In 1858.

Question 6

When was the Indian rebellion against British influence and what happened as a result?

Answer 6

The rebellion occurred in 1857; British forces suppressed it and took full control of India.

Question 7

What was implemented by the British after 1858 in India? (HINT: think about language)

Answer 7

A policy of promoting the British language and culture.

Question 8

When did India become independent from British rule?

Answer 8

In 1947.

Question 9

What is neo-colonialism?

Answer 9

The practice of using capitalism, globalization, and cultural control to influence a developing country instead of using direct military control.

Question 10

What does imperialism refer to?

Answer 10

Control over another country.

Question 11

List possible mechanisms of neo-colonial control.

Answer 11

• Aid with strings attached
• TNC investment requiring ‘friendly’ policies
• Debt creating a debtor-creditor relationship

Question 12

What is an example of indirect control?

Answer 12

Used by TNCs to develop competitive advantage by exploiting resources or workers.