Imperialism and Colonialism
History ⇒ World History
Imperialism and Colonialism starts at 10 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one impact of colonialism on the colonized societies.
Describe one way in which colonialism affected the economies of colonized countries.
Describe the impact of imperialism on indigenous cultures.
Describe the role of missionaries in the process of colonialism.
Explain the concept of 'economic imperialism.'
Explain the concept of 'indirect rule' in colonial administration.
Explain the difference between colonialism and imperialism.
Read the following passage and answer the question:
"In the late 19th century, European powers established control over large parts of Africa and Asia. They justified their actions by claiming to bring 'civilization' and 'progress' to the colonized regions. However, these actions often led to the exploitation of local populations and resources."
Based on the passage, explain one contradiction between the stated aims and actual practices of imperialism.
The term 'colony' refers to: (1) A country that controls another country (2) A territory governed by a foreign power (3) A group of independent nations (4) A trading company
The term 'Scramble for Africa' refers to: (1) The competition among European powers to colonize Africa (2) African countries fighting for independence (3) The migration of Africans to Europe (4) The spread of African culture in Europe
The term 'White Man's Burden' was used to justify: (1) The abolition of slavery (2) European imperialism (3) The end of colonial rule (4) The spread of democracy
Which Asian country successfully resisted European colonization? (1) India (2) China (3) Japan (4) Thailand
Fill in the blank: The __________ Conference of 1884-85 formalized European claims to African territory.
Fill in the blank: The __________ Mutiny of 1857 marked a major uprising against British rule in India.
Fill in the blank: The __________ War (1899-1902) was fought between the British and the Boers in South Africa.
Fill in the blank: The British introduced the __________ system in India to collect land revenue.
True or False: The Berlin Conference of 1884-85 regulated European colonization and trade in Africa.
True or False: The Congo Free State was personally controlled by King Leopold II of Belgium.
True or False: The Dutch colonized Indonesia.
True or False: The Meiji Restoration in Japan was a result of European colonization.
