1. IMPERIALISM
Ch. 9 Section 1

2. A.) What is imperialism? What?
Domination (colonization) by one country of the political, economic, and/or cultural life of another country.
The most powerful and industrialized nations divided the rest of the world among themselves.

3. B.) Motives for Imperialism
Why?
B.) Motives for Imperialism
1. Economic interests: natural resources for industrialism.
2. Political/military motives: naval bases for trade; can boost nationalism.
3. Humanitarian/Religious goals: Christian missionaries, doctors.
4. “Social Darwinism”: White superiority beliefs among Europeans.

4. C. How did Europe colonize other nations?
Non-westernized nations (Africa, Asia) were weaker.
Western advantages: Strong government and economy; advanced technology.
Resistance against Westerners was not strong enough.

5. D. Forms of Imperial Rule:
Direct rule: (France)- Send French officials/soldiers to administer colonies.
Indirect rule: (Britain)- use rulers already in place to administer colonies.
Protectorate: local rulers are left in place but follow the rules of Europeans. Cost less to run.
Sphere of influence: an area where outside power claims exclusive trading privileges.