Imperialism in Africa

Question 1

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Nile

Question 2

By the early 1900s, which two European countries had colonized the most African land?

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France and Great Britain

Question 3

What part did the slave trade play in helping Europeans take control of much of Africa in the 1800s?

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The slave trade had weakened many African kingdoms.

Question 4

Look at this famous political cartoon of Cecil Rhodes, standing over Africa.Which of the following best describes the message conveyed by this cartoon?

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Europeans are powerful enough to subdue an entire continent.

Question 5

Which words best describe King Leopold II’s actions in central Africa?

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cruel, heartless

Question 6

Resistance to British rule in southern Africa was led by the

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Zulus.

Question 7

The Berlin Conference of 1885 is said to have set off a “scramble for Africa.” That means that Europeans

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rushed to set up colonies in Africa.

Question 8

Look at this map of European colonies in Africa.Which of the following statements accurately describes information that is presented on the map?

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France’s colonies were mainly in north and west Africa.

Question 9

Which of the following was a political effect of European imperialism in Africa?

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Little experience was provided to Africans in self-government.

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