Social Studies QUEST

Industrial Revolution

A period of major change when people started using machines instead of hand tools to make goods - lead to the growth of factories and mass production. Important inventions like the steam engine and the spinning jenny.

Imperialism

when a powerful country extends its influence over other countries or territories through various means.

Colonial Imperialism

where a country establishes settlements in the conquered territory and rules over the native population. Ex. when european powers like Britain, France, and Germany claimed various territories in Africa through colonial imperialism

Cultural Imperialism

cultural domination and the spread of ideas and values of imperial power. Ex. British influence in India, where the English language, legal system, and educational practices were enforced, shaping Indian society in a way that mirrored British culture.

Economic Imperialism

where a powerful country exerts control over the economy of another country without significant political involvement. Ex. The United States practiced economic imperialism in countries like Cuba and the Philippines during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Berlin Conference

European countries could claim African land by notifying others and demonstrating control. The Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 was to prevent conflict among European countries.

Japanese Feudalism

a system of social and political organization where land ownership and military service were exchanged for loyalty and protection

Westernization

The process of becoming more culturally like the the west (Europe and Americas)

Modernization

The process of advancing parts of technology and advancing society.

Political Imperialism

the expansion of a nation's political power and influence over other territories or nations