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Why did Europeans want Africa?
Europeans wanted African colonies because of the vast wealth in minerals, timber and herbs.
Why did europeans set up colonies in africa?
there were little to be done and they didn't have enough money to afford things so they started to sell their colonies
How did Africa become part of the British Empire?
By conquests from several European nations. The European nations had many firearms, and Africa and India did not have that many at all compared to the Europeans. This caused conquests and how India and Africa became part of the British Empire
What are two reasons why Europeans left Africa after world war 2?
they could no longer afford to keep up thier colonies and were out of money
Which of is the following is a similarity between European imperialism in India and in Africa?
Europeans used military force to dominate native peoples and establish permanent colonies.
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