The British Empire Flashcards
1
Q
Definition of Empire?
A
Group of countries ruled over by a single monarch or ruling power
2
Q
What made up the British empire?
A
It compromised of britain and the colonies
3
Q
When did britain begin to colonise over seas ?
A
16th century
4
Q
By when did britain have a large empire with colonies in america and the west indies?
A
1783
5
Q
When did it expand to India and Africa?
A
19th century
6
Q
What was the British empire about?
A
Establishing trade routes to rule the waves
7
Q
What was the name of the slave trade route?
A
Trade triangle
