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Revolution in Russia

Question 6 • TX-World History Studies

What was the effect of discovery of quinine in the 1820s?

Answer
A
It gave Europeans a tool to treat illness in tropical areas, and then be able to colonize those areas.
B
It forced European nations to expand their armies and navies.
C
It promoted industrialization in smaller countries across Europe.
D
It led to European advancements in astronomy and physics.

Explanation

Quinine was used to prevent and treat malaria, a disease that made it dangerous for Europeans to live and work in many tropical regions. Having an effective treatment helped Europeans establish a greater presence there and supported colonization. The discovery did not directly cause the military, industrial, or scientific developments described in the other choices.

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