The Motives Behind Colonization

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What were the motives that drove colonization in Africa and other lands?

Similar economic, political, and social forces accelerated the drive to take over land in all parts of the globe.

What provided European countries with a reason to add lands to their control?

The Industrial Revolution in particular provided European countries with a reason to add lands to their control.

Why did European nations search for new markets and raw materials?

As European nations industrialized, they searched for new markets and raw materials to improve their economies.

What did Europeans view an empire as?

Europeans viewed an empire as a measure of national greatness.

What is the belief that one race is superior to others called?

The belief that one race is superior to others is called racism.

Test your knowledge on the motives behind colonization in Africa and beyond. Explore the economic, political, and social forces that fueled the drive to acquire land worldwide. Discover how the Industrial Revolution played a pivotal role in the expansion efforts of European nations.

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