The New Imperialism

Question 1

How did many colonies resist colonial rule? Check all that apply.They promoted assassination attempts on colonial leaders.They formed their own governments in secret meetings.They supported violent militia and guerilla movements.They formed citizen armies to defend themselves.They created nationalist parties and organizations.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

They supported violent militia and guerilla movements.; They created nationalist parties and organizations.

Question 2

Because of imperialism, what did colonized countries have to adapt to? Check all that apply.new wealthnew industrynew languagesnew cultural practicesnew forms of government

Revolt · Accepted Answer

new industry; new languages; new cultural practices; new forms of government

Question 3

When an imperial power has political control, what is the territorial control called?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

a colony

Question 4

Which statement is an example of direct rule?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Westerners ruled without the influence of Indigenous people.

Question 5

Which term refers to the idea that Westerners had a duty to civilize so-called “inferior” cultures?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

white man’s burden

Question 6

What made it possible for a small country like Britain to rule large territories?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Britain had access to advanced military weapons.

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