Cape Colony Was Initially Important to the British Because It

question 25

Multiple Choice

Cape Colony was initially important to the British because it

• A) was Britain's first foothold in Africa.
• B) had great mineral wealth.
• C) was a supply station for the lengthy route to India.
• D) showed that the French could be defeated overseas.
• E) was Britain's source for rubber.

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