Question

question 21 of 29
following the industrial revolution, many european countries sought to
control foreign territories in africa and asia in order to control their natural
resources and open new markets for industrial products. which term best
characterizes this situation?

a. urbanization
b. imperialism
c. revolution
d. industrialization

Explanation:

• Option A: Urbanization is about population shift to cities, not foreign territory control.
• Option B: Imperialism is a policy of extending a country's power by controlling foreign territories, matching the European countries' actions to control African and Asian territories for resources and markets.
• Option C: Revolution involves overthrowing a system, not foreign territory control.
• Option D: Industrialization is about developing industries, not controlling foreign lands.

Answer:

B. Imperialism