Imperialism - Short Answers - 5 Motives for Imperialism

Question 1

Political

Answer 1

• desire for power
• complete with other European countries
• expand territory
• exercise military force
• gain prestige
• boost national pride and security

Question 2

Economic

Answer 2

• desire to make $
• to control and expand foreign trade
• create new markets
• cheap labor
• compete for investments
• export industrial technology

Question 3

Religious

Answer 3

• desire to spread Christianity
• protect Euro missionaries
• spread euro values and beliefs
• educate other cultures
• end slave trade in Africa

Question 4

Exploratory

Answer 4

• explore unknown territory
• scientific research
• medical searches
• adventure
• unknown cultures

Question 5

Ideological

Answer 5

• other cultures were primitive

- Europe should civilize people