Chapter 27 Flashcards
Why was India called the “jewel in the crown” of Great Britain?
Most valuable of all of Britain’s colonies.
What was the main reason for the Crimean War?
Russia wanted land on Black Sea to gain access to Mediterranean Sea.
Why did Western nations desire lands in the Pacific Rim?
Strategic location and natural resources.
The spread of rumors among Indian soldiers that the cartridges of their rifles were sealed with beef and pork fat caused what to happen?
Sepoy Mutiny.
Why did some U.S. Do business leaders want Hawaii to be annexed to the United States?
Sugar could be sold for higher profits.
Why did some U.S. Do business leaders want Hawaii to be annexed to the United States?
Sugar could be sold for higher profits.
Why did Britain take control of the Suez Canal?
Egypt could not pay their foreign debt.
