Which of the following lists accurately explains the primary economic impact of imperialism on Africa and Latin America? (1 point)

Question

• The Congo Free State in Africa was impacted by the debt incurred from the construction of the Suez Canal. Cuba in Latin America was impacted by debt and economic hardships.
• The Congo Free State in Africa was impacted by exploitation by Belgium. • Cuba in Latin America was impacted by debt incurred in an effort to mechanize sugar production.
• The Congo Free State in Africa was impacted by debt owed to Belgium. Cuba in Latin America was impacted by debt incurred in an effort to mechanize sugar production. •
The Congo Free State in Africa was impacted by exploitation by Belgium. • Cuba in Latin America was impacted by famine.​

Answer 1

The list that most accurately explains the primary economic impact of imperialism on Africa and Latin America is:

• The Congo Free State in Africa was impacted by exploitation by Belgium. • Cuba in Latin America was impacted by debt incurred in an effort to mechanize sugar production.

This option reflects the historical context of how imperialism led to significant exploitation of resources and people in the Congo, particularly under King Leopold II of Belgium, while highlighting the economic pressures faced by Cuba due to debt related to sugar production, a key export of the island during imperial and colonial periods.