Question

The following question has two parts. First answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.

PART A: Describe a benefit of imperialism from the perspective of the imperialist country. (2 points)

PART B: Then, explain a negative consequence of imperialism from the viewpoint of a colonized individual or nation. (2 points)

Answer 1

New transportation systems such as rail, road sea and air were introduced. New languages, religions and a new way of life were introduced. The imperialists countries gained cheap, efficient workforce. Food production increased due to better farming methods. (part -a)

Imperialism impacted societies in countless negative ways. It led to slave trade which then led to social discrimination around the world. It also damaged the cultures and created disunity among the natives. Last but not least, imperialism stripped countries off their natural resources and left nothing for the natives.(part-b)