Imperialism — Test Answers

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By building military bases around the world, imperialist nations mainly aimed to

initiate wars in several places at once.

avoid warfare within their own nation.

conduct trade with far-flung colonies.

resupply naval vessels.

In their competition for power, nations raced to

create alliances.

educate their citizens.

improve their quality of life.

build new colonies.

What was the significance of the Treaty of Nanjing in 1842?

China got what it wanted because it showed strength during negotiation.

Europeans forced the Chinese to sign it, ending the first Opium War.

It was the cause of further discord leading to more wars.

It prevented further wars between China and the Europeans.

Which statement best describes the Mughals who once lived in India?

In the 1800s, the Mughals were Indian nationalists who fought for freedom from British rule.

In the 1700s, the Mughals were Muslim rulers who allowed the East India Company to establish trading posts.

In the 1800s, the Mughals were Indian loyalists who supported British rule and fought on behalf of the viceroy.

In the 1700s, the Mughals were Hindu rulers who opposed trade with Britain and other European nations.

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