Which factor contributed to the failure of African states to resist European imperialism during the 19th century?A.European states were supported by African citizens who largely opposed their own leaders.B.Most African countries did not have functional governments before European colonization.C.The Atlantic slave trade reduced African populations and weakened African militaries.D.Rapid industrialization led to social disruptions and devastating disease epidemics in Africa.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS
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Which factor contributed to the failure of African states to resist European imperialism during the 19th century?A.European states were supported by African citizens who largely opposed their own leaders.B.Most African countries did not have functional governments before European colonization.C.The Atlantic slave trade reduced African populations and weakened African militaries.D.Rapid industrialization led to social disruptions and devastating disease epidemics in Africa.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS
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The factor that contributed to the failure of African states to resist European imperialism during the 19th century was C. The Atlantic slave trade reduced African populations and weakened African militaries.
Here's why:
A. While there may have been some African citizens who opposed their own leaders, it is unlikely that this was a significant or widespread factor contributing to the success of European imperialism.
B. This statement is not entirely accurate. While it's true that many African societies did not have centralized governments similar to those in Europe, they did have their own forms of government and social organization.
C. The Atlantic slave trade had a devastating impact on African societies. It led to a significant reduction in population, which in turn weakened African militaries. This made it difficult for African states to resist European imperialism.
D. Rapid industrialization did lead to
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