Question

Compare why England expanded during the Industrial Revolution and countries such as Spain declined.(1 point)

England stole industrial ideas from Spain, leaving Spain underindustrialized and out of the global economy.

England had taken over Spain, which became an English colony dependent on exporting raw materials and importing finished goods.

England industrialized early, strengthening its economy and expansion, while Spain did not and was unable to compete in the global economy.

Spain decided to declare all its colonies independent because Spain felt that it was morally superior to other parts of the world.

Answer 1

Correct answer: 3

Explanation: England industrialized earlier than Spain, which boosted its productivity, trade, military power, and global expansion. Spain lagged in industrialization and investment, weakening its economy and ability to compete internationally. The other choices are factually incorrect.