Question

One major reason European countries engaged in imperialism in the late 19th century was to
Group of answer choices

ease tensions with their rivals

gain a better understanding of unknown territories

develop treatments for diseases

obtain markets for their manufactured goods

Answer 1

Answer:

Many countries in the world experienced imperialism when they were taken over and ruled by a more powerful country. The main motive for imperialism was to obtain and control a supply of raw materials for industries. This meant that a weaker country with abundant natural resources would be colonised.