imperialism ace dun dun dun Flashcards
What are the two types of control in imperialism
Direct control and indirect control?
What is imperialism?
Extending a country’s power and influence through diplomacy or military force.
Compare direct control to indirect control?
Direct control is stricter and more controlling, but indirect control is leading towards the attainment of direct control.
What is a colony?
A country or territory governed internally by a foreign power.
What is a protectorate?
A country or a territory with its own internal government but under the control of an outside power.
What is a sphere of influence?
An area in which an outside power claims exclusive investment or trading privileges.
What is economic imperialism?
An independent but less developed country controlled by private businesses interests rather than other governments.
How many major European countries colonized Africa?
Seven.
What were the seven European countries to colonize Africa?
Great Britain, Belgium, Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal
When was the Berlin Conference, and what did they talk about?
In 1885, they agreed to meet to tackle matters concerning territorial issues in Africa.
What was the consensus after the conference?
Agreed that nations can claim African lands but they have to notify other European countries.
Who were the groups involved in the clash over South Africa
Zulu Tribe, Dutch, and British
What was the effect of the clash?
Great Britain won, they seized the Zulu nation.
Who were the groups involved in the Boer War
Dutch, Great Britain, some Black South Africans.
What was the effect of the Boer war?
Great Britain won and they controlled former Dutch territories.
