The British Empire (1776-1900)

History

Britain gained many new American colonies

Britain's American colonies rebelled against the British Empire and were lost

In 1776, what happened to Britain's empire in America?

Where did Britain look to rebuild its empire?

Believing that the white 'race' was superior to other 'races'

Making laws that people in a colony had to follow

Making money by exploiting cheap labour in a colony

Which of the following would be a clear example of Britain's political dominance over its colonies?

'Britain had complete, unchallenged control over its colonies'. True or false?

Passing British laws in a colony because of a belief that native societies are too 'backward' to make their own laws

Passing British laws in a colony to prevent native people from protesting

Taking land from native people in a colony because of a belief that native societies are too 'backward' to use the land properly

Taking land from native people in a colony in order to make money

Challenge: Which of the following best shows BOTH economic exploitation and culturalism?