For what reasons were many colonies granted independence after World War II? Choose five correct answers.

During World War II, some European powers promised greater self-rule to colonies, and after the war they were weakened economically and less able to maintain their empires. Nationalist movements in colonies grew stronger, while the United Nations pressured countries to end colonial rule and promoted universal human rights. Economic growth in Europe and a decline in nationalism were not reasons for independence.

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