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Berlin Conference Word Scramble

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The Berlin Conference (1884-1885) was a pivotal event in European colonial history, where major European powers decided the future of Africa through the partitioning of territories.

  • European powers met to discuss and establish rules for the colonization of Africa
  • The conference resulted in the division of Africa into colonies without input from African leaders

Game Details: a word scramble game where you unscramble key vocabulary terms related to the Berlin Conference. There is no time limit, but you have a limited number of moves. Use spells to get extra moves!

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Scramble for Africa
The Berlin Conference was a key event in the 'Scramble for Africa', where European powers divided up the continent for colonization.
Colonialism
The Berlin Conference formalized the process of colonialism in Africa by establishing rules for European powers to claim territories.
Sphere of influence
The Berlin Conference also allowed European powers to establish 'spheres of influence' in Africa, where they had exclusive economic and political control.
Partition
The Berlin Conference led to the partitioning of Africa into different territories controlled by European powers.
Imperialism
The Berlin Conference was driven by the imperialistic ambitions of European powers to expand their empires in Africa.
Protectorate
As a result of the Berlin Conference, some African territories became protectorates of European countries, where local rulers were allowed to remain in power but had to follow European policies.
Nationalism
The Berlin Conference sparked nationalist movements in Africa, as local populations resisted European colonization and sought independence.
Berlin Act
The Berlin Conference resulted in the signing of the Berlin Act, which established guidelines for European colonization in Africa and set the stage for further exploitation of African resources.

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