Imperialism Vocabulary Review

Countries (like Britain) would control territories in another area (like America) and make them follow British rules and law. These territories would be known as ____________. Colonies

Some countries would act like the “father” of many smaller countries Some countries would act like the “father” of many smaller countries. Another word for fatherly is _________. Paternal

What is the term used to describe pride in your country? nationalism

When countries adopt ideas, clothing or other aspects of culture from Europe or America? Westernization

When there is a large killing of a particular group of people, it is known as ___________. Genocide

The United States grew a great deal as a country in size and population. This addition of territory to the U.S. was known as American _______________. Expansionism

The separation or division of a continent (like Africa) is known as ______________. Partition

Europeans felt it was their duty to travel to other countries and teach the native people how to be civilized. This duty was known as the _______ _______ _________. White Man’s Burden

When a major country has economic/political power (like trading rights) in an area, but they do not totally control the area, it is known as having a ________ ___ __________. (Think China!) Sphere of Influence

When a country has their own government, but that government is controlled by a major country (Think Egypt & Puerto Rico!!) Protectorate

Only the strongest nations/social groups will survive is known as ________ ______________. Social Darwinism

What stem means ball? sphere

What does the stem “tion” mean? Act of

What stem means father? pater

What does the stem “ic” mean? Relating to