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Understanding the Causes of Imperialism in the Modern World

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
9 questions
~18 mins
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This worksheet helps students understand the main causes of imperialism during the modern era through reading comprehension and critical thinking questions.

Topics covered:

#Standard
#Reading Comprehension
#Analyse the impact of imperialism on both imperial powers and colonies
#History
#Imperialism
#Compare different motivations for imperial expansion
#Explain the main reasons behind imperialism in the modern world
#Causes (MAIN)

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Understanding the Causes of Imperialism in the Modern World

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to Imperialism

Source A: A historian's view on imperialism

'Imperialism in the 20th century was driven by a complex mix of economic, political, and cultural motivations. Countries sought new markets, resources, and strategic advantages, often justified by ideas of racial superiority and civilizing missions.' Provenance: Extract from a modern history textbook, 2010.

1.
Explain what motivated countries to pursue imperialism according to Source A. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the economic and political motivations for imperialism outlined in Source A. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Outline the cultural justifications for imperialism mentioned in Source A. (2 marks)
[2 marks]
B

Case Study: Motivations Behind European Imperialism in Africa

Source B: A European explorer's report

'The desire to control Africa’s vast resources, such as rubber and minerals, was a primary economic motivation for our expansion. Additionally, establishing military bases across the continent secured strategic advantages for the empire.' Provenance: A travel report written by a European explorer, 1910.

1.
Explain how Source B shows economic and strategic reasons for imperialism in Africa. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the motivations described in Source B with those in Source A. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Analyse the impact of imperialism on Africa based on what you have learned. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
C

Factors Influencing the Spread of Imperialism

Source C: A historian's analysis

'The technological advances in transportation and communication during the early 20th century greatly facilitated imperial expansion, making it easier for imperial powers to control distant territories.' Provenance: A modern history textbook, 2015.

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Explain how technological advances supported imperialism according to Source C. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the role of technology in imperialism with other motivations discussed earlier. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Write a short paragraph summarizing the main causes of imperialism discussed in this worksheet.
[6 marks]

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