WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE AGE OF IMPERIALISM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A pro and con of the effects of European imperialism in Africa and Asia
A
Pro-More Money. Con-Famine
B
Pro-Better Health Care. Con-Taking Resources
C
Pro-Better Transportation. Con-Falling Government
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -European Imperialism in parts of the Middle east, Africa, and Asia had more of a positive impact on the world due to education, modernization, healthcare/sanitation, and more trade/resources used.

Detailed explanation-2: -There are many benefits to imperialism. These include the spread of culture, and advances in healthcare, sanitation, education, and technology. However, imperialists also engaged in war and violence. Diseases and plagues were also prevalent in imperial empires.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are some positive effects of imperialism, which help the smaller countries in the initial stages. However, when greed takes over, it can lead to the destruction of many nations. Also, imperialism might affect coming generations, whether positive or negative.

Detailed explanation-4: -New religions were forced upon and native belief was discredited. Most traditional culture and languages were simply wiped away. Natural resources were exploited, without giving actual due. Labor was discriminated and forced into slavery, and had their basic rights taken away.

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