Imperialism Vocab

Imperialism

spread of power, influence, authority by a country using diplomatic force

Nationalism

Extreme loyalty and devotion to one's country

Colony

Area under the fall of or partial political control of another country

Sphere of Influence

an area in which outside power claims trading rights

Extraterritoriality

Exemption from the local laws and court systems

Annex

to add to an existing state

Open Door Policy

A US policy that demanded open-access to China for trade

Social Darwinism

An (incorrect) idea that argued European whites were the most evolved & superior race

Domination

control or influence of another country

Canal

waterways that are built by people and used for shipping, travel, and irrigation