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What country had the most land in Africa during scramble for Africa?
France had most of northwest Africa, and Madagascar. This territory was acquired between 1684 and 1898, most during the Scramble for Africa (1881-1914).
Who were the major players in the scramble for Africa and what was the principal objective for the land?
the major players in scrambie for africa were british and the principal objective for the land to grab land for mineral resources
What was the result of the scramble for Africa?
deaths. lots of deaths
How do you explain what happened in the scramble for Africa?
The scramble for Africa took place in the 19th century when South Africa was being colonized by European countries. The Europeans would go to war to try and gain the land, and when they won the natives had to keep moving (like a defence wall they were being pushed closer and closer to the center).
How does the term ''scramble for Africa'' represents imperialism?
The "scramble for Africa" meant that European nations wanted to get to Africa as quickly as possible and claim land because they were all competing over their overseas empire. Europeans wanted to get some land and explore Africa because they did not know a lot about Africa and its geography, calling it the "dark continent." Imperialism in Africa meant there was a new market for trading and Europeans thought it was their duty to teach their "little brothers" about industrialization and European life.
Scramble of Africa?
Africa was rich in minerals, fertile lands, and other resources that could be used for development. This led many people to want to own large chunks of the land and as a result many conflicts arose.
Would South America or Africa be larger in land area?
Africa is larger in land area.
How did imperialism contribute towards Germany's anger increasing with Britain and France?
The amount of lands owned by Britain and France increased the rivalry with Germany who had entered the scramble to aquire colonies late and only had small area of Africa.
Why was the Scramble for Africa important?
The Scramble for Africa was important for two reasons, the first being that the European powers fighting over African territory created tension in Europe, which eventually built up into World War I. The other reason it is important is because Europeans went into Africa and divided land arbitrarily, giving no thought to the tribes of people who lived there. This meant that many families were split up and enemy tribes grouped together, leading to conflict in Africa that continues to this day.
Why did Spain get little land in the 1870's 'scramble for Africa'?
Simply put, Spain was not powerful enough to assert a strong claim to a lot of African land. The British, French, Germans, Portuguese, Italians, and Belgians were all in much better positions to make claims and use their militaries to secure pieces of Africa.
What quickest animal in Africa?
land animal would be cheetah.
Which continent is larger North American or Africa?
The larger continent land wise speaking would be Africa
