Unit 8.3 Flashcards
What was the primary time period of the age of imperialism?
1800-1914
What internal pressures faced Muslim societies during the age of imperialism?
Political instability, economic decline, and social unrest.
True or False: External pressures during the age of imperialism only came from European powers.
False
Fill in the blank: The _________ Empire was significantly affected by both internal and external pressures during the age of imperialism.
Ottoman
Which two concepts describe the challenges to Muslim authority during this period?
Nationalism and modernization.
What role did European colonialism play in shaping Muslim societies?
It led to the imposition of foreign governance and economic exploitation.
Identify one external pressure that affected Muslim societies.
Military invasions by European powers.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a response of Muslim societies to imperialism? A) Isolationism B) Reform movements C) Complete acceptance D) None of the above
B) Reform movements
What was the effect of Western education on Muslim societies during the age of imperialism?
It led to the emergence of a new educated elite that sought reform.
True or False: The age of imperialism saw a decline in traditional Islamic practices.
True
What was the significance of the Young Turks movement?
It aimed to modernize and reform the Ottoman Empire.
Fill in the blank: The ___________ was a movement that sought to return to Islamic fundamentals in response to imperialism.
Salafi movement
Identify one internal factor that contributed to the decline of the Ottoman Empire.
Corruption within the administration.
What was the impact of the Suez Canal on Muslim societies?
It increased European control over trade routes and influenced regional politics.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following regions experienced significant imperialism? A) North Africa B) Southeast Asia C) Middle East D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What was the role of Islamic reformers during the age of imperialism?
They sought to adapt Islamic teachings to modern conditions.
True or False: The age of imperialism led to the unification of Muslim societies against external threats.
False
What was one consequence of the internal strife in Muslim societies?
Weakened resistance against imperial powers.
Fill in the blank: The ___________ Wars were conflicts that highlighted the weakening of the Ottoman Empire.
Balkan
What was the primary goal of the Islamic revivalist movements during this period?
To restore the authority of Islam and resist colonial influences.
Identify the term that describes the European policy of extending their power and influence over other nations.
Imperialism
What was one major external challenge faced by the Ottoman Empire during the age of imperialism?
The rise of nationalist movements among subject peoples.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major reform in the Ottoman Empire? A) Tanzimat Reforms B) Sharia Law C) Feudal System D) None of the above
A) Tanzimat Reforms
What was the effect of economic exploitation on Muslim societies?
It led to poverty and social discontent.
