World War I and the Interwar Years — Test

Question 11 • CMS 2026-2027 World History: Issues and Patterns CREDIT RECOVERY

Which statement best explains why tension grew between European leaders over colonialism in Africa?

Answer

Some believed the colonization of Africa was immoral and illegal.

Some were angered because other nations took over their colonies.

Some feared that maintaining colonies in Africa would be too expensive.

Some felt that others were too far away from Africa to have colonies there.

Explanation

As European powers raced to claim territory in Africa, their competing interests led to disputes and resentment. A nation could be angered when another power took control of territory it considered its own colony or claim. This best matches choice B, while the other choices do not describe the main source of conflict between the European leaders.

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