18 Best Imperialism Questions and Answers (Q&A) - ProProfs Discuss

What was the purpose of the Berlin Conference?

Jessica Rhodes, Economic advisor
Answered: Sep 21, 2020

The original task of the conference was to concur that the Congo River and Niger River mouths and basins would be deemed neutral and open to trade. • Part of the Congo Basin became a p...Read More

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What is a direct result of opium war in the 19th century?

John Smith
Answered: Nov 21, 2024

An increase in European spheres of influence in China

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What is an example of direct rule?

John Smith
Answered: Nov 21, 2024

If a colony was run by direct rule, local elites were removed from power and replaced with a new set of officials from the mother country.

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What is imperialism?

G. Roland, Professor
Answered: Sep 03, 2018

Imperialism is a policy that involves a ration extending its power by the acquisition of lands by purchase, diplomacy or military force. It is the policy of increasing the rule or authority of an...Read More

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What are the positive aspects of imperialism?

H. Jones, Web Content Writer
Answered: Aug 28, 2018

Imperialism is positive for imperialists. It gave them a new market, a new labor force, and a fresh supply of raw materials. The desire for Europe to colonize weaker countries resulted in the...Read More

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How did British imperialists justify their actions?

H. Jones, Web Content Writer
Answered: Aug 28, 2018

European countries justified their imperialism through their beliefs. They viewed European/Western society as being civilized while they viewed other cultures as primitive and uncivilized....Read More

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How is imperialism different from colonialism?

H. Jones, Web Content Writer
Answered: Aug 28, 2018

The term colonialism is often associated with imperialism; however, each has their distinct definitions. Imperialism operates from the center, is a state policy and is developed for ideological...Read More

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Was imperialism the reason for the decline of UK power?

A. Daniels, Professor
Answered: Aug 28, 2018

The UK declined because of social and economic inequality. This power was created to cause class and wealth divisions in Britain. These divisions are promoted around the world. Because of these...Read More

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Why did the imperialists hate the orientalists?

A. Daniels, Professor
Answered: Aug 28, 2018

Orientalism is a designation used by art historians and literary and cultural studies scholars for the simulated or depicted aspects of Middle Eastern, South Asian, and East Asian cultures....Read More

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Why did the British orientalists lose to the imperialists?

K. Myers, Blogger
Answered: Aug 28, 2018

Orientalism is a designation used by art historians and literary and cultural studies scholars for the emulation or depiction of aspects of Middle Eastern, South Asian, and East Asian cultures....Read More

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Which places in the world still portray imperialistic thoughts?

A. Daniels, Professor
Answered: Aug 28, 2018

Imperialism exists today, but not in the exact form practiced during the Roman Empire or the British Empire. A country exercises hegemony today by projecting its power and influence through...Read More

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Can U.S.'s attitude towards other countries be termed as imperialistic behavior?

K. Myers, Blogger
Answered: Aug 28, 2018

Imperialism is the creation of unequal economic, cultural and territorial relationships, and it is based on domination and subordination. It occurs when one country takes control of another...Read More

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When did the imperialistic thought decline in the U.K?

K. Myers, Blogger
Answered: Aug 28, 2018

England's decline began in the interwar years between World War I and World War II. The fall was political, economic, moral, religious, and social. England’s decline as a world power...Read More

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Was Winston Churchill an imperialist?

H. Jones, Web Content Writer
Answered: Aug 28, 2018

Yes. Racism and imperialism defined Churchill's worldview. He believed in racial hierarchy, and he felt that if one race rose up above another, it meant that the stronger, more dominant race...Read More

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Do you think that the imperialistic thought still exists in the UK?

K. Myers, Blogger
Answered: Aug 28, 2018

Imperialism exists today, but not in the exact form practiced during the Roman Empire or the British Empire. A country exercises imperialism today by projecting its power and domination through...Read More

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