Question

lesson 6: imperialism, expansion, and modernization (1800-1914)
imperialism, expansion, and modernization (1800 - 1914)
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f the following caused south africa to undergo a change from an agrarian society to an industrial society
a. gold was discovered.
b. the british took control of the zulus agricultural production.
c. crops were destroyed and they were forced to work elsewhere.
d. diamonds were discovered.
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Explanation:

The discovery of gold and diamonds in South Africa led to a significant influx of people, investment, and infrastructure development. This economic boom shifted the economy from agriculture (agrarian) to mining - related industries (industrial). Options b and c are more related to disruptions in agriculture rather than the shift to industry. Both the discovery of gold (a) and diamonds (d) contributed. But in the context of South Africa's transition, the discovery of diamonds was an early catalyst (1867) followed by gold (1886), and together they were major factors. However, if we consider the most commonly cited single factor in some historical overviews (though both are correct in a more comprehensive sense), the discovery of diamonds is often mentioned as a starting point for the industrial shift.

Answer:

d. Diamonds were discovered.