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Forms of Imperialism
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colony, protectorate, economic imperialism, sphere of influence
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Colony:
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A country or a territory governed internally by a foreign power
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Protectorate:
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A country or a territory with its own internal government but under the control of an outside power.
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Economic Imperialism:
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An independent but less developed country controlled by private business interests rather than other governments
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Sphere of Influence:
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An area in which an outside power claims exclusive investment or trading privileges
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INDIRECT CONTROL
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Local government officials used
Limited self rule Goal to develop future leaders Government institutions are based on European styles but may have local rules |
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DIRECT CONTROL
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Foreign officials brought into rule
No self rule Goal:Assimilation/Paternalism Government institutions are based only on European styles |
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The Legacy of Colonial Rule:
Negative Effects |
1.Africans lost control of their lands and their independence
2.Many died from new diseases resisting the Europeans 3.Famines due to growing cash crops instead of subsistence agriculture 4.Breakdown of traditional values 5.Davison of African continent |
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The Legacy of Colonial Rule
Positive Effects |
1.Reduced local warfare
2.Improved sanitization, hospitals, and schools 3.Life spans increased; literacy improved 4.Economic expansion 5.New construction of railroads, dams, telephones, and telegraph wires (only benefited European business interests) |
