What was one major impact of colonialism in Africa?
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Correct answer: Exploitation of resources and political control
European colonial powers conquered and administered large parts of Africa. They controlled land, minerals, agricultural products and labour, and reorganized economies mainly to serve imperial interests. Colonial rule also limited African political freedom and often imposed new borders and systems of authority. Thus exploitation of resources together with political control was a major impact, unlike the opposite claims in the other options.
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Exploitation of resources and political control
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European colonial powers conquered and administered large parts of Africa. They controlled land, minerals, agricultural products and labour, and reorganized economies mainly to serve imperial interests. Colonial rule also limited African political freedom and often imposed new borders and systems of authority. Thus exploitation of resources together with political control was a major impact, unlike the opposite claims in the other options.
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This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: Colonial Rule and Pastoral Life.
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