1. Crash Course: Imperialism

2. Imperialism 1. Why were the British in China? 2. What did the Chinese get out of having the British in their country? 3. Why did Europeans scramble for African colonies? 4. How were Europeans able to colonize Africa? 5. What did Hiram Maxim invent? Why is his invention important? 6. What is a protectorate? 7. Why is a pro and a con of imperialism?

3. 1. Trade 2. Nothing 3. Resources 4. Technology 5. Machine gun; makes conquering people/area easier 6. Area ruled indirectly 7. Mother country gets resources but must spend $ to protect colonies Areas become modernized/westernized but indigenous culture is destroyed