Key Knowledge Quiz (1857-1890) Flashcards
What was the 18th century event which increased British interest in the wider world?
The American War of Independence
What was this change in interest known as?
The ‘Swing to the East’
What were three ‘resources’ that dominated Anglo-African trade until 1807?
Gold, ivory and slaves
What were additional ‘pull factors’ which invited further British interest?
Developed routes inland and the discovery of new raw materials.
What were the three raw materials that were particularly important in fuelling the Industrial Revolution?
Coal, iron and timber
Give an example of two manufactured goods sold back to Africa?
Textiles and weapons
What was a merchant-imperialist?
Someone who went to other countries with the goal of not only expanding the Empire but also making profit from it.
Name two colonies on the Western Coast?
Sierra Leone and the Gold Coast
Why was The Cape strategically important?
It protected trade routes to India and Australia.
Give an example of a famous Missionary.
David Livingstone
What was another type of Western visitor who played a role in the Imperial march?
Explorers.
What were the five different methods of acquisition?
Settlement, occupation, protectorate, company rule and client state.
Why was Britain originally interested in Egypt?
They needed high quality cotton as imports from America (who was the usual provider) had halted because of the American Civil War.
Name one British African trading company.
British South African Company
Royal Niger Company
Imperial East Africa Company
What engineering marvel was started by Isma’il Pasha?
The Suez Canal
