Question

Which of the following is an example of an economic effect of World War II on European colonies in Africa?(1 point)
Responses

Africa provided important resources for the war effort, such as minerals for steel production and fuel reserves.
Africa provided important resources for the war effort, such as minerals for steel production and fuel reserves.

African infrastructure diminished during World War II because of a lack of European investment.
African infrastructure diminished during World War II because of a lack of European investment.

Rates of poverty dramatically increased for all Africans during World War II.
Rates of poverty dramatically increased for all Africans during World War II.

Africa had few natural resources to help the war effort and provided manpower instead.
Africa had few natural resources to help the war effort and provided manpower instead.

Answer 1

Africa provided important resources for the war effort, such as minerals for steel production and fuel reserves.

Explanation: European colonies in Africa supplied raw materials (minerals, oil, rubber, etc.) and other economic resources that supported the Allied war effort.