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Which country took the lead in exploring the African coast in the 15th century?
Which country took the lead in exploring the African coast in the 15th century?
- Netherlands
- Italy
- Spain
- Portugal (correct)
Which country dominated the spice trade in the Indian Ocean in the 15th century?
Which country dominated the spice trade in the Indian Ocean in the 15th century?
- Portugal (correct)
- Spain
- Netherlands
- Italy
Which country faced competition from new European powers in Africa in the 15th century?
Which country faced competition from new European powers in Africa in the 15th century?
- Netherlands
- Portugal (correct)
- Spain
- Italy
During the mid-18th century, what factor contributed to a fall in human trafficking and slavery in Europe?
During the mid-18th century, what factor contributed to a fall in human trafficking and slavery in Europe?
Which European nation gained personal possession of a large area in the heart of Africa during the Berlin Conference in 1884?
Which European nation gained personal possession of a large area in the heart of Africa during the Berlin Conference in 1884?
Which country controlled Eritrea and Somalia in Africa during the early 20th century?
Which country controlled Eritrea and Somalia in Africa during the early 20th century?
Which country supported the independence of colonies and their admission to the United Nations after World War II?
Which country supported the independence of colonies and their admission to the United Nations after World War II?
Which two countries recognized the independence of Morocco and Tunisia in order to avoid the spread of violence?
Which two countries recognized the independence of Morocco and Tunisia in order to avoid the spread of violence?
Which country tried to set up a Franco-African community, but faced resistance from Guinea?
Which country tried to set up a Franco-African community, but faced resistance from Guinea?
Which country faced violent repression and massacres in Algeria, leading to the loss of support from the French people and the international community?
Which country faced violent repression and massacres in Algeria, leading to the loss of support from the French people and the international community?
Which country's independence was obtained by British colonists who hoped to establish a country ruled by white people?
Which country's independence was obtained by British colonists who hoped to establish a country ruled by white people?