Which statement correctly compares differences between Ethiopia's and Siam's resistance to imperialism? (1 point)

Answer 1

Ethiopia successfully resisted imperialism by defeating Italian forces at the Battle of Adwa in 1896, allowing it to maintain its sovereignty and avoid colonization. In contrast, Siam (modern-day Thailand) employed diplomacy and strategic modernization to negotiate with Western powers, managing to remain independent by serving as a buffer state between British and French colonial interests in Southeast Asia. Thus, while Ethiopia relied on military resistance to fend off direct colonization, Siam utilized diplomatic strategies and reforms to navigate imperial pressures.