Question

1. which of the following statements about the age of imperialism is most likely true?

a. the industrial revolution had a great impact on the growth of imperialism.
b. the age of imperialism only occurred in africa.
c. the colonizers were better than the colonized.
d. missionary zeal is what made colonizing countries successful.

Explanation:

• Option A: The Industrial Revolution increased demand for resources and markets, driving imperialism as nations sought colonies for raw materials and trade, so this is valid.
• Option B: Imperialism occurred globally (Asia, Africa, Americas), so "only in Africa" is false.
• Option C: The idea of one group being "better" is ethnocentric and not a valid historical claim.
• Option D: Military/technological power, not just missionary zeal, fueled colonial success.

Answer:

A. The industrial revolution had a great impact on the growth of imperialism.