Copy_of_Imperialism.pptx

Imperialism

A policy of extending a country's power and influence over weaker countries by acquiring them.

Colonialism

A practice of domination involving the subjugation of one people to another.

Expansionism

The policy of territorial or economic growth.

Effects of the Industrial Revolution

Sped up economic development, established views of colonies as markets, and shifted from mercantilism to imperialism.

Mercantilism

An economic theory where nations sought to maximize exports and minimize imports.

Berlin Conference

A meeting of European nations in 1884 to divide Africa among themselves without African participation.

Scramble for Africa

The rapid colonization of the African continent by European powers from 1880 to 1900.

Golden Rule of Imperialism

The three G's: Gold, God, and Glory.

Sepoy Rebellion

A revolt by Indian soldiers against the British East India Company in 1857 due to unfair treatment.

Opium War

Conflict between Britain and China in 1840 caused by Britain’s opium trade.

Spheres of Influence

Areas in China where foreign countries had trading rights and controlled local markets.

Boxer Rebellion

A nationalist uprising in 1900 in China against foreign influence and the Open Door Policy.