Question

european imperialism: change and continuity crq
directions: carefully examine and annotate the documents below and answer the analysis questions that accompany the documents. be sure to fully support your conclusions with detailed reasoning and evidence.
document 1
map of major european trading stations and possessions in africa and asia c. 1750 with legend: french territory, british territory, portuguese territory, spanish territory, dutch territory; source: j. m. roberts, a history of europe, allen lane (adapted)
question 1 – contextualization (3 points)
historical context – refers to the historical circumstances that led to this event/idea/historical development.
using document 1, explain the historical circumstances that led to the developments shown in the map:

Explanation:

The map shows European trading stations and possessions in Africa and Asia around 1750. The historical context includes the Age of Exploration (starting in the 15th - 16th centuries) where European nations like Portugal, Spain, Britain, France, and the Netherlands sought new trade routes (e.g., to Asia for spices) and resources. Technological advancements like better ships (caravels) and navigation tools (astrolabes, compasses) enabled long - distance voyages. The desire for wealth (through trade in goods like spices, silk, and later slaves), religious motives (spreading Christianity), and competition among European powers to establish colonies and trading posts to control trade and resources led to the developments shown. For example, Portugal and Spain were early explorers, with Portugal establishing posts in Africa and Asia, and later Britain, France, and the Netherlands expanding their presence as they competed for trade dominance.

Answer:

The developments shown in the map (European trading stations and possessions in Africa and Asia c. 1750) were led by historical circumstances including the Age of Exploration (15th - 16th - century origins) with European nations (Portugal, Spain, Britain, France, Netherlands) seeking new trade routes (e.g., to Asia for spices), resources, and wealth. Technological advancements (better ships, navigation tools) enabled long - distance voyages. Competition for trade dominance, religious motives (spreading Christianity), and the desire to establish colonies/trading posts to control trade (e.g., spices, silk, later slaves) and resources also drove these developments. Early explorers like Portugal and Spain established initial posts, with other powers expanding their presence over time.