Colonization is the process by which a central system of power dominates the surrounding land and its components. It often involves the establishment of colonies in another country or territory.
Think of colonization like planting a garden in someone else's backyard without their permission. You're taking over their space, using their resources, and changing the landscape to suit your needs.
Imperialism: This is when a stronger nation takes over a weaker nation or region and establishes its own government or leader. This can be done through force, political maneuvering, or economic control.
Settlement: A settlement refers to a place where people establish a community. These communities are often established for economic reasons such as trade routes, agriculture, or mining resources.
Migration: Migration is the movement of people from one place to another with intentions of settling temporarily or permanently in new locations. It can be within a country (internal migration) or between countries (international migration).
How does the colonization of Africa by European forces and Partitioning of India reflect effects of Political-Geographical decisions on societies?
How did colonization affect indigenous populations globally?
What is a shared effect seen from British colonization of Australia and Spanish conquest of Americas?
What is an example of cultural diffusion due to colonization?
Which instance demonstrates cultural diffusion caused by colonization?
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