Imperalism flash cards

What is imperialism?

The extension of a nation's power over another.

What were the main motives for imperialism in Southeast Asia?

Raw materials for industry, new markets, national pride, and perceived morality (White Man's burden).

Which country controlled Singapore, Malaya, and Burma during imperialism?

Great Britain.

What type of control allows local leaders to maintain their positions under oversight?

Indirect control.

Which Southeast Asian territory was a protectorate of France?

Indochina (Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia).

Why did Thailand remain independent during the era of imperialism?

It served as a buffer zone between France and Britain and underwent a process of self-westernization.

What major event occurred in Rwanda on April 6, 1994?

The president's plane was shot down, leading to tensions that culminated in the Rwandan genocide.

What were the two major ethnic groups in Rwanda?

Hutus (85%) and Tutsis (15%).

What was the outcome of the conflict between Hutus and Tutsis during the genocide?

Over 800k Tutsis and moderate Hutus were killed in 100 days.

Who stopped the killings during the Rwandan genocide?

The Rwandan Patriotic Front (RPF).

In which year did France invade Tunisia to establish a protectorate?

1881.

What major construction project did Egyptians allow a French company to build in 1854?

The Suez Canal.

What led to British occupation of Egypt in 1882?

A rebellion against the unfairness of an international committee managing Egypt's debt.

What territory did Britain occupy that was formally part of the Ottoman Empire?

Egypt.

What was the outcome of the Boer War from 1899 to 1902?

The British defeated the Boers.

What were some costs of imperialism experienced by colonized countries?

Loss of culture, stolen resources, and profits to imperialists.

What gains did imperialism provide to colonized countries?

New crops, farming methods, medicine, and infrastructure improvements.

Which territory did Portugal control during the imperialist period?

East Timor.

What type of rule did France establish when they occupied Algeria?

Direct rule.

What was a significant result of the shifting power dynamics in Rwanda due to imperialism?

Deep-seated tensions between Hutus and Tutsis leading to genocide.

What was Cecil Rhodes known for during the imperialist expansion in South Africa?

Controlling diamond production and founding Rhodesia.