The New Imperialism

Question 1

In 1839, the British became more imperialistic in China by declaring war and forcing the Chinese to sign trade agreements.What was the effect of this action?

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Both imports and exports increased.

Question 2

✔ coloniesprotectoratesspheres of influence

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✔ colonies

Question 3

✔ direct ruleX indirect rulespheres of influence

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✔ direct rule

Question 4

In what ways did industrialization lead to increased imperialism? Check all that apply.Industrialized countries wanted larger workforces.Industrialized countries wanted access to raw materials.Industrialized countries wanted refueling stations for their naval vessels.Industrialized countries wanted a reduction in their overseas commitments.Industrialized countries wanted new markets in which to sell their goods.

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Industrialized countries wanted access to raw materials.; Industrialized countries wanted refueling stations for their naval vessels.; Industrialized countries wanted new markets in which to sell their goods.

Question 5

colonyX protectorate✔ sphere of influence

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✔ sphere of influence; Iran remained a politically independent nation. However, Russia controlled trade in northern Iran, and Britain controlled trade in southern Iran. This is an example of a .: sphere of influence; The British took control of Burma and made it a province of India, which was also under the control of the British government. Burma and India were British .: colonies; When the British took over Kenya, they created a government of British civil servants that did not include any native Kenyans. Therefore, Kenya was subject to .: direct rule

Question 6

Question 6

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Iran remained a politically independent nation. However, Russia controlled trade in northern Iran, and Britain controlled trade in southern Iran. This is an example of a .: sphere of influence; The British took control of Burma and made it a province of India, which was also under the control of the British government. Burma and India were British .: colonies; When the British took over Kenya, they created a government of British civil servants that did not include any native Kenyans. Therefore, Kenya was subject to .: direct rule

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