Colonialism and Scramble for Africa

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What is colonialism?

Colonialism is the occupation and control of one nation by another.

What does it mean to scramble for something?

To scramble means to compete frantically in order to get something others want.

Which countries had colonized Africa by 1914?

Britain, France, Portugal, Germany, Belgium, Italy, and Spain.

What were the motivations behind European exploration and colonization in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?

European nations sought to expand their empires, acquire resources, and establish economic dominance. Signup and view all the answers

Discuss the impact of colonialism on the colonized countries in Africa during the 19th and 20th centuries.

Colonialism resulted in the exploitation of natural resources, cultural assimilation, political domination, and economic dependency. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of the 'Scramble for Africa' and its significance in the context of European imperialism.

The 'Scramble for Africa' refers to the rapid and intense competition among European powers to annex and control African territories, which ultimately led to the partitioning of the continent. Signup and view all the answers