Question

Which of the following makes the best connection between industrialization and renewed European efforts at colonization? (1 point)

Responses:

Industrialization caused communication delays, so Europeans cut ties with colonies.

Industrialization meant less cotton than ever was produced, so European governments got rid of colonies.

Industrialization provided opportunities to see colony workers as equal in society.

Industrialization provided both the tools and a need for European governments to acquire colonies.

Answer 1

Industrialization provided both the tools and a need for European governments to acquire colonies.

Explanation: Industrial economies needed raw materials and new markets, and industrial technology (steamships, railways, weapons, telegraph) made overseas conquest and rule easier.