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Question

The Berlin Conference of 1884–1885 was a part of the "Imperialism of Africa" that took place in the 1870s and 1880s. The conference was held to prevent conflict between European countries.
How did the Berlin Conference cause conflict and hardship throughout Africa?
A.

The Europeans ignored existing borders, cultural differences, and historical conflicts when they created new boundaries.

B.

The Europeans created new trade barriers between Africa and Europe, which caused the African economy to decline.

C.

Some African countries were represented at the conference, which caused other African countries to resent them.

D.

Some Asian countries participated in the conference, leading to violent cultural clashes between colonizing powers.

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

A. The Europeans ignored existing borders, cultural differences, and historical conflicts when they created new boundaries.

This answer highlights how the arbitrary divisions created during the Berlin Conference disregarded the existing social and cultural structures in Africa, leading to long-term conflict and hardship on the continent.