The British Empire
| Description: The British Empire was one of the largest empires in history. At its peak, it covered a quarter of the world's land surface and controlled a population of over 400 million people. This quiz will test your knowledge about the British Empire. | |
| Number of Questions: 15 | |
| Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
| Tags: history colonialism and imperialism the british empire |
Which country was the first to be colonized by the British Empire?
What was the name of the first British colony in North America?
Which British colony in North America declared independence in 1776?
What was the name of the British Empire's largest colony?
Which British colony in Africa was known as the 'Jewel in the Crown'?
What was the name of the British Empire's last colony to gain independence?
Which British monarch oversaw the expansion of the British Empire during the Victorian era?
What was the name of the British Empire's policy of indirect rule?
Which British explorer was the first to reach the North Pole?
What was the name of the British Empire's system of trade and economic control?
Which British colony in the Caribbean was known as the 'Sugar Island'?
What was the name of the British Empire's policy of forced labor?
Which British colony in Africa was known as the 'White Highlands'?
What was the name of the British Empire's policy of divide and rule?
Which British colony in Asia was known as the 'Pearl of the Orient'?