Colonialism in Africa: Economic and Political Factors
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What was one major economic reason European countries competed for colonies in Africa?

  • To foster cultural exchanges
  • To spread democracy and freedom
  • To access valuable resources (correct)
  • To promote education and literacy
  • How did nationalism influence European countries in their colonization of Africa?

  • It discouraged military engagements
  • It led to disinterest in foreign territories
  • It promoted cooperation among nations
  • It fueled competition for dominance and prestige (correct)
  • Which belief contributed to the justification of colonization by Europeans?

  • Universal brotherhood among nations
  • Economic partnership with African nations
  • Equal exchange of culture
  • Social Darwinism (correct)
  • What strategic advantage was sought by European countries in their colonization efforts?

    <p>Control over key trade routes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a potential economic opportunity for European businesses in Africa?

    <p>Exploiting African resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one economic reason for European competition for African colonies?

    <p>Access to valuable resources like rubber and gold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which political factor fueled the European race for African colonies?

    <p>Nationalism and prestige</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Social Darwinism influence European colonization efforts in Africa?

    <p>It justified the belief in European superiority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a social motivation behind the European colonization of Africa?

    <p>Civilizing mission to uplift African cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What strategic advantage did European countries seek by colonizing Africa?

    <p>Control of key trade routes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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