Question

Which of the following BEST describes a reason that European nations colonized areas in Southeast Asia? A: respect and appreciate the local customs and culture B: access to abundant natural resources C: access to historical landmarks and archaeological sites D: to provide the people in those areas with new resources

Answer 1

The option that BEST describes a reason that European nations colonized areas in Southeast Asia is B: access to abundant natural resources. European powers sought to exploit the rich resources in these regions, including spices, rubber, minerals, and other commodities, which were highly valued in international trade.