Imperial Consolidation, c1890–1902 (AQA A-Level History): Quizzes
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What primarily drove British expansion in Africa during the 1890s?
What primarily drove British expansion in Africa during the 1890s?
Strategic & diplomatic considerations
Which nation was Britain's principal European rival in Africa?
Which nation was Britain's principal European rival in Africa?
France
In what year was Uganda declared a British protectorate?
In what year was Uganda declared a British protectorate?
1894
What was Sir George Goldie's company called?
What was Sir George Goldie's company called?
Royal Niger Company
How much did Britain pay for the Niger Company's governing rights in 1899?
How much did Britain pay for the Niger Company's governing rights in 1899?
£850,000
On what date did the Battle of Omdurman occur?
On what date did the Battle of Omdurman occur?
2 September 1898
How many Dervishes were killed at the Battle of Omdurman?
How many Dervishes were killed at the Battle of Omdurman?
11,000
What government position did Joseph Chamberlain hold?
What government position did Joseph Chamberlain hold?
Colonial Secretary
Why was the Suez Canal important to Britain?
Why was the Suez Canal important to Britain?
Important to imperial communications
Who was Goldie's most effective agent and later served in East Africa?
Who was Goldie's most effective agent and later served in East Africa?
Frederick Lugard