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India under British Rule — Unit test

Question 15 • NY-Global History and Geography II

Which of the following statements best reflects the point of view of an imperialist? Choose four answers.“My country is better than all other countries.”“We have much to learn from the cultures of other peoples.”“It is our duty to help civilize people less cultured than us.”“My country can benefit from the rich resources of other countries.”“People are the same all over the world.”“God approves of my country’s plans to set up new colonies.”

Answer
A
“My country is better than all other countries.”
B
“We have much to learn from the cultures of other peoples.”
C
“It is our duty to help civilize people less cultured than us.”
D
“My country can benefit from the rich resources of other countries.”
E
“People are the same all over the world.”
F
“God approves of my country’s plans to set up new colonies.”

Explanation

Imperialists often believed their country was superior and had a duty to impose its culture on people they considered less civilized. They also supported taking control of other lands for their resources and justified expansion by claiming it had divine approval. These ideas match “My country is better,” “our duty to help civilize,” “benefit from rich resources,” and “God approves” of new colonies.

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