Which of the following factors was a reason for the "Scramble for Africa"?
The Industrial Revolution increased the need for natural resources.
Europeans sought new, warmer vacation destinations.
The institution of slavery was made illegal.
Europe became overcrowded.

Question

Which of the following factors was a reason for the "Scramble for Africa"?
The Industrial Revolution increased the need for natural resources.
Europeans sought new, warmer vacation destinations.
The institution of slavery was made illegal.
Europe became overcrowded.

vikstar2.0 · Answer

the answer is the first option because the Europeans wanted lots of raw material because they did not have access to these resources(such as diamonds and gold)