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What did the US seek from acquiring colonies during the age of imperialism?
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They wanted to gain political, social, and economic strength. America's main motive was to gain spheres of influence, or colonies located near large empires. They also wanted resources other colonies had that they couldn't provide, so they would have the upper-hand when trading with foreign colonies. Finally, they wanted to follow the idea of Social Darwinism, which essentially meant survival of the fittest. The idea at the time was countries with more land and power would survive longer than those that didn't. America didn't want to appear weak, and therefor acquired land in the first place.
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How did the British acquisition of the Suez Canal influence European imperialism in Africa?
It motivated other European countries to seek African colonies for their economic benefit.
What event led European countries to seek natural resources in colonies around the world during the 19th century?
The Industrial Revolution
Which of theses events led European countries to seek natural resources in colonies around the world during the 19th century?
The Industrial Revolution
Which of the thirteen colonies was William Penn from?
The colony you seek is Pennsylvania.
Why did European government seek out colonies?
to expand land and get a profit
Why was indentured servitude introduced in the colonies?
Indentured servitude was introduced in the colonies as a way to address the labor shortage during the early years of colonization. Individuals agreed to work for a set period of time in exchange for passage to the New World and other necessities. It was a way for people to seek economic opportunities in the colonies when they couldn't afford the journey themselves.
Where did many Africa seek refuge when they escaped from their owners the the southern colonies?
The Pennsylvania Colony
Where did many African's slaves seek a refuge when they escaped from their owners in the southern colonies?
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What facts lead to the generalization that people came to the colonies to seek a better life?
Umm It Just Was.
What facts lead to the generalization that people came to the colonies to seek better life?
Umm It Just Was.
What facts lead to generalization that people came to the colonies to seek a better life?
Umm It Just Was.
Was Colonial America real?
Yes. There were colonies and people who came from various places to establish the colonies. The first to arrive were in 1607 of 104 men who built the fort in Jamestown. They came to seek gold. In 1620 Plymouth colony was established in Massachusetts.
