Question

reflection:

1. make a connection: which factor(s) of new imperialism seem to be directly connected to one or multiple of the main characteristics of new imperialism? in other words, what factor(s) caused one or multiple of the characteristics to take shape? explain why.
2. which of the “factors enabling new imperialism” seem to be the most important to making new imperialism possible? explain why.
3. from your perspective, did the “opposition to slavery” seem to be more of a genuine motive or convenient motive? explain why.
4. based on the words of paul leroy beaulieu, do you believe that his views may have been shaped by the scientific theories of the classification of races? explain your answer using his own words as evidence.

nature and purpose of the “scramble for africa”
directions: read pages 9 - 12. use the information to answer the questions and fill in the graphic organizer below. complete the reflection afterwards.

1. how would you define the “scramble for africa”?

national pride vs other factors—what was the main reason why european nations became involved in the scramble for africa? use the chart below to summarize the evidence from the reading.

	evidence for national pride	evidence for other factors
france

Explanation:

1. New Imperialism factors like economic interests (desire for raw - materials and new markets) directly influenced its expansionist nature. For example, the need for rubber, diamonds, and gold in African colonies.
2. Technological advancements such as the development of better weapons (e.g., the Maxim gun) and steam - powered ships were crucial in making New Imperialism possible as they gave European powers military superiority and the ability to travel long distances quickly.
3. The "opposition to slavery" could be seen as a convenient motive as it was sometimes used as a moral cover while European powers were still exploiting colonies for economic gain. For instance, some anti - slavery campaigns were led by those who wanted to replace slave - based economies with free - labor systems that still benefited European capitalists.
4. Paul Leroy Beaulieu's views may have been shaped by race - classification theories as he likely saw non - European races as inferior and in need of European "civilization," which was a common view based on such scientific (but now discredited) theories.
5. The "Scramble for Africa" can be defined as the rapid and competitive colonization of the African continent by European powers in the late 19th century, driven by economic, political, and social factors such as the search for resources, national pride, and the spread of Christianity.
6. For Britain, evidence for national pride could include the desire to maintain its status as a global power and have the largest empire. Evidence for other factors could be the economic need for African cotton and copper. For France, national pride was shown in its attempts to match Britain's imperial achievements, while other factors included the need for agricultural land in North Africa for its growing population.

Answer:

1. The factors of economic self - interest in New Imperialism directly led to its expansionist and exploitative characteristics as European powers sought resources and markets.
2. Technological advancements were the most important factor enabling New Imperialism as they provided the means for conquest and control.
3. The "opposition to slavery" was more of a convenient motive as it was often used to further other economic and political goals.
4. Paul Leroy Beaulieu's views likely were shaped by race - classification theories as he spoke of the need to "civilize" non - European races.
5. The "Scramble for Africa" was the rapid and competitive colonization of Africa by European powers in the late 19th century for economic, political, and social reasons.
6. Britain: Evidence for national pride: Desire to be a dominant global power. Evidence for other factors: Need for African resources like cotton and copper. France: Evidence for national pride: Trying to match British imperial success. Evidence for other factors: Need for agricultural land in North Africa.