Question

Mention the factors responsible for the growth of colonialism

Answer 1

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The discovery of telegraphic cables which sent messages across Atlantic and the invention of postal services, railways and steamships also greatly encouraged the colonial activities. In short, the various improvements in the means of transport and communication greatly encouraged colonial activities.

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Answer 2

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In the main the following factors contributed to the growth of colonies: ... European powers like England, France, Spain and Portugal found colonies in Asia, Africa as well as America because all these continents were endowed with rich natural resources and they wanted to exploit these resources to their advantage.