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1.Which of the following best summarizes the causes of imperialism in the late 1800s ? |
Westerners wanted to spread their religion, sell manufactured goods, and gain territory to compete with other countries |
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2.How were western nations able to expand their control over Asia and Africa so quickly? |
They had strong governments, advanced economies and technology, and military power |
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3.What is one way imperialism affected the economic situations of colonial people? |
It forced to grow cash crops |
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4.Which of the following statements best describes European imperialism? |
The industrial revolution was a driving force behind European imperialism |
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5.How did imperialism affect the culture of the colonies? |
Colonized people were encouraged to adopt Christianity and European culture, and local traditions weakened |
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6. What advantage did industrialization give Europe when colonizing? |
The use of rifles and other military technology was unmatched by locals |
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7. How did the industrial revolution spur needs and desires that encouraged overseas expansion |
Manufacturers wanted access to natural resources that weren’t available in European nations |
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8. Which of the following describes the typical economic cost of imperial rule? |
The high cost of paying for a military occupation came from local colonial taxes |
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