In the 18th and 19th centuries, why did European countries practice imperialism?

A. They hoped to develop their economies to compete with East Asia.
B. They were in competition with one another for resources in Africa.
C. They believed it was their duty to spread Islam to the world.
D. They were engaged in longstanding proxy wars in Central America.

Question

In the 18th and 19th centuries, why did European countries practice imperialism?

 		A.	They hoped to develop their economies to compete with East Asia.
 		B.	They were in competition with one another for resources in Africa.
 		C.	They believed it was their duty to spread Islam to the world.
 		D.	They were engaged in longstanding proxy wars in Central America.

anonymous · Answer

B.	They were in competition with one another for resources in Africa.