Unit 8.2 Flashcards
What was the primary economic motivation for European contact with Africa during the age of imperialism?
The primary economic motivation was the search for new markets and raw materials.
True or False: The Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 regulated European colonization in Africa.
True
Fill in the blank: The discovery of _______ in Africa increased European interest in the continent.
natural resources
What technological advancements facilitated European exploration of Africa?
Advancements such as steamships, telegraphs, and medical knowledge like quinine.
Which European country was the first to establish a significant presence in Africa?
Portugal
What was the impact of the abolition of the slave trade on European contact with Africa?
It shifted European interests from slavery to legitimate trade and resource extraction.
Multiple choice: Which of the following was NOT a reason for increased European contact with Africa? A) Economic gain B) Political competition C) Cultural exchange D) Strategic military advantage
C) Cultural exchange
What role did missionary work play in European contact with Africa?
Missionary work aimed to spread Christianity and often accompanied colonial expansion.
Short answer: Name one major African resistance movement against European imperialism.
The Zulu resistance against British colonization.
True or False: The invention of the steam engine made travel and transport in Africa easier for Europeans.
True
What was the significance of the Scramble for Africa?
It marked the rapid invasion, occupation, and division of African territory by European powers.
Fill in the blank: European powers employed _______ treaties to establish control over African territories.
unequal
What was the primary justification used by Europeans for colonizing Africa?
The belief in the civilizing mission and the superiority of European culture.
Multiple choice: Which event is often associated with the beginning of the age of imperialism? A) The American Revolution B) The Berlin Conference C) The Industrial Revolution D) The French Revolution
C) The Industrial Revolution
What role did the discovery of quinine play in European exploration of Africa?
Quinine provided a treatment for malaria, allowing Europeans to venture into interior Africa.
Short answer: How did the mapping of Africa contribute to European imperialism?
Mapping provided knowledge of resources and geography, facilitating colonization.
True or False: European contact with Africa led to the immediate development of democratic governments in the region.
False
What was one major consequence of European imperialism in Africa?
The disruption of local economies and traditional societies.
Fill in the blank: The _______ system was used by Europeans to control and exploit African labor.
forced labor
What role did nationalism play in the age of imperialism?
Nationalism drove European powers to compete for colonies to enhance their prestige.
Multiple choice: Which African country successfully resisted colonization? A) Nigeria B) Ethiopia C) Kenya D) South Africa
B) Ethiopia
What was the impact of European education systems in Africa during the imperial period?
They aimed to create a class of educated Africans who could assist in administration.
True or False: The age of imperialism ended with World War I.
True
What was one of the main reasons for the increased European interest in African agriculture?
The demand for cash crops such as cocoa, rubber, and palm oil.
