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World History Imperialism Quiz
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Question 1
1.
What was the main economic reason driving European imperialism during the 19th century?
Desire to spread democracy
Need for raw materials and markets
Enhance national prestige
Create job opportunities for locals
Question 2
2.
What was a common effect of imperialism on indigenous cultures?
Indigenous cultures spread to Europe and assimilated Europeans
Cultures were fully preserved
Cultures often became marginalized or changed and colonists were assimilated to European culture
Cultures expanded globally and thrived
Question 3
3.
What attitude did many colonizers hold toward the societies they colonized?
They were superior to the colonized peoples
They wanted to improve their societies
They sought to learn from them
They engaged in equal partnerships
Question 4
4.
What commonly motivated imperial expansion in history?
Pursuit of global peace initiatives
Desire to spread political, military and economic influence
Need for new agricultural territories
Promotion of cultural exchange between regions
Question 5
5.
What motivated industrialized nations to establish colonies in the 19th century?
To spread democracy and freedom
To prevent the spread of communism
To promote cultural exchange and understanding
To secure resources and markets for their economies
Question 6
6.
Which of the following was a common social change in colonized regions due to imperialism?
Democracy was rapidly established
Western education and cultural influences emerged
Local populations experienced significant growth
Local customs were completely eradicated
Question 7
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What rationale did colonizers often use to support their imperial pursuits?
Enhancing global trade relations
Promoting economic equality
Claiming it was a civilizing mission
Expanding democratic ideals
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