Which of the following BEST describes a reason that European nations colonized areas in Southeast Asia?

(1 point)
Responses

Access to abundant natural resources
Access to abundant natural resources

To provide the people in those areas with new resources
To provide the people in those areas with new resources

Respect and appreciate the local customs and cultures
Respect and appreciate the local customs and cultures

Access to historical landmarks and archaeological sites

1 answer

The option that BEST describes a reason that European nations colonized areas in Southeast Asia is:

Access to abundant natural resources

European nations were primarily driven by the desire to exploit the natural resources of the regions they colonized, such as spices, rubber, minerals, and other valuable commodities.