Which of the following best describes why Ethiopia’s resistance to Italian imperialism was successful?(1 point)

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Ethiopia was never colonized because it arranged a mutually beneficial relationship with the Italians.
Ethiopia was never colonized because it arranged a mutually beneficial relationship with the Italians.

Ethiopia was only valued by Italy to keep other Europeans from taking over more valuable African land.
Ethiopia was only valued by Italy to keep other Europeans from taking over more valuable African land.

Ethiopia relied on the Zulu nation in its conflict with Italy because Cetshwayo and Menelik were allies.
Ethiopia relied on the Zulu nation in its conflict with Italy because Cetshwayo and Menelik were allies.

European alliances gave Ethiopia time and resources to build up its military and infrastructure.
European alliances gave Ethiopia time and resources to build up its military and infrastructure.

Answer 1

The statement that best describes why Ethiopia’s resistance to Italian imperialism was successful is:

European alliances gave Ethiopia time and resources to build up its military and infrastructure.

Ethiopia successfully resisted Italian colonization, particularly during the Battle of Adwa in 1896, due in part to its ability to modernize its military and fortify its infrastructure, as well as its strategic alliances. This preparation allowed Ethiopia to effectively defend itself against Italian forces.