explorers

• Why are individuals important to the empire?

  They can significantly impact imperial policies.
• What was the nature of Britain’s aims in Egypt and Sudan from 1875 to 1898?

  They were defensive, not expansionist.
• Who are some key individuals mentioned in relation to Sudan and Egypt?

  Baring, Gordon, Kitchener, Gladstone
• Why might explorers have been interesting to the British public?

  They faced unfamiliar and perilous challenges.
• How did explorers shape attitudes towards the empire?

  They inspired public interest and support.
• What role did explorers play in opening up Africa?

  They produced maps and gave lectures.
• What technological advancements aided exploration in Africa?

  Quinine, steamships, breech-loading rifles
• What was the missionary impulse in relation to exploration?

  It aimed for conversion and social reform.
• Why were explorers and pioneers significant to the empire?

  They contributed to actual discoveries and empire growth.
• How did missionaries contribute to the expansion of the empire?

  They established churches and provided education.
• What was Livingstone's view on missionary work?

  He aimed to open paths for commerce and Christianity.
• What were the primary goals of missionary actions overseas?

  Establishing compounds and setting up churches.
• How did missionaries advance imperialism?

  By consolidating territorial control and commerce.
• What challenges did missionaries face in their work?

  Conflicts with indigenous peoples and colonial rulers.
• What was the civilizing mission of missionaries?

  To improve societies through education and health care.
• What were some actions taken by missionary groups?

  Building schools, hospitals, and churches.
• How did different Christian denominations operate in Africa?

  They often competed with each other in missions.
• What was the role of the USPG?

  Active in North America and Africa.
• How could missionary efforts delay imperial expansion?

  By providing focus for local resistance.
• Who was David Livingstone?

  A famous missionary and explorer in Africa.
• What was the significance of missionary societies?

  They organized and funded missionary work abroad.
• How did popular piety in Britain fuel missionary efforts?

  It reinforced success in Africa and vice versa.
• What was the aim of the different strands of missionaries?

  To establish credibility and provide education.
• What was the historical significance of John Kirk?

  He was a notable figure in African exploration.
• What was the role of Sir Richard Burton?

  He was an explorer and translator in Africa.
• Who was John Hanning Speke?

  He was an explorer known for African expeditions.
• What was the significance of Samuel White Baker?

  He was an explorer in the Nile region.
• Who was Joseph Thompson?

  He was an explorer in East Africa.
• What was the role of George Goldie?

  He was involved in the Niger Company.
• Who was Cecil Rhodes?

  He was a British imperialist and businessman.
• How did missionaries help local populations?

  By providing education and health care.
• What were the types of work done by missionaries?

  Education, health care, and community support.
• How did missionaries and explorers compare in their roles?

  Both aimed to expand British influence abroad.
• What was the impact of missionary work on local cultures?

  It often led to cultural changes and conflicts.
• What was the legacy of missionary competition in Africa?

  It can still be seen in Africa today.
• How did missionary societies operate in Africa?

  They organized and funded various missions.
• What was the relationship between popular piety and missionary success?

  They mutually reinforced each other in Africa.
• What was the aim of the different strands of missionaries?

  To establish credibility and provide education.
• What was the historical significance of John Kirk?

  He was a notable figure in African exploration.
• What was the role of Sir Richard Burton?

  He was an explorer and translator in Africa.