GK
WORLD GEOGRAPHY
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Question
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Which continent primarily colonized African territory during the late nineteenth century?
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Asia
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Europe
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South America
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Australia
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -In the Modern Era, Western Europeans colonised all parts of the continent, culminating in the Scramble for Africa in the late 19th century.
Detailed explanation-2: -During this time, many European countries expanded their empires by aggressively establishing colonies in Africa so that they could exploit and export Africa’s resources. Raw materials like rubber, timber, diamonds, and gold were found in Africa. Europeans also wanted to protect trade routes.
Detailed explanation-3: -Britain’s colonies in West Africa included Nigeria (1884), Gold Coast (now Ghana, 1874), Sierra Leone (1808), and Gambia (1888).
Detailed explanation-4: -Britain. France. Portugal. Germany. Belgium. Italy. Spain. 27-Aug-2019
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