Question

Which of the following is the most likely explanation for why so many European countries started colonizing foreign lands in the 1500s and 1600s?

Select the best answer from the choices provided.
A.
Colonies were the best way for a country to increase its wealth, which meant more power.
B.
The populations of many European countries were growing so rapidly that many needed more space for people to live.
C.
Temperature decreases in Europe pushed many people to look for warmer climates.
D.
European countries needed more land for the growing number of factories that were being built.

Answer 1

Answer:

A

Explanation:

As industrial revolution was picking up pace I'm Europe the factories required raw material and resources which were readily available in Asia and Africa so the European countries started to colonize Asian and African countries to exploit their natural resources.