The World of 1900s

Question 1

Imperialism

Answer 1

• Japan, Taiwan, United States - imperial powers
• Europe major imperial power
- 1815 - 35% world controlled by Euro’s
- 1914 - 85% world controlled by Euro’s

Question 2

European Domination

Answer 2

• Industrial Strength
• Transport Technology
- steam ships, railroads, airplanes, cars
• Military Technology
- machine guns, artillery, airplanes
• Raw Materials and Markets
- cotton, spices, iron, oil, rubber, coal