Question

d the age of imperialism.
e policy of powerful coun-
control the economic and po-
weaker countries or regions.
) and 1914, european nations
l of almost the entire continent
much of southern asia. during
e united states and japan also
erial powers.

1. european nations were imperialistic

towards what parts of the world?
european nations were imperialism mainly
towards africa asia oceans

1. why do you think they chose those

areas?

Explanation:

To answer why European nations chose Africa, Asia, and ocean - related regions (like island territories) during imperialism, we consider several factors:

1. Economic Factors: These regions had abundant natural resources. Africa had minerals (e.g., gold, diamonds) and cash crops (e.g., rubber, cocoa). Asia had spices, silk, and later, resources for industrialization. Ocean - related territories (islands) could be used as trading posts or for strategic naval bases.
2. Strategic Factors: Controlling areas in Asia and along ocean routes helped in establishing trade routes and naval dominance. For example, controlling the Suez Canal area (in Asia - Africa border) or island territories in the Pacific or Indian Ocean allowed for easier movement of goods and military forces.
3. Political and Social Factors: The societies in many parts of Africa and Asia were less industrialized and had political structures that were easier to subjugate compared to European powers. This made it easier for European nations to establish colonial rule. Also, the "civilizing mission" ideology (though a pretext for many) led them to believe they were bringing progress to these "less - developed" regions.
4. Technological Advantage: European nations had advanced military technology (guns, warships) and communication technology which gave them an edge over the local populations in these regions, making conquest and control feasible.

Answer:

European nations chose those areas for economic (access to natural resources, new markets), strategic (naval bases, trade routes), political - social (easier subjugation of less industrialized societies), and technological (military/communication tech advantage) reasons.