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Question 2 • World History

By the early 1900s, which two European countries had colonized the most African land?

Answer
A
Germany and Portugal
B
Belgium and Spain
C
Germany and Italy
D
France and Great Britain

Explanation

During the Scramble for Africa, France and Great Britain acquired the largest shares of African territory. Together, their empires covered far more land than those of Belgium, Spain, Germany, Italy, or Portugal. Therefore, the correct choice is France and Great Britain.

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