Which of the Following Was Not a Motivation for Imperial

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was not a motivation for imperial expansion?

• A) Extension of political authority
• B) Economic benefits from obtaining raw goods for manufacturing
• C) Nationalist competition among the states of Europe
• D) Religious enthusiasm
• E) Extension of democratic principles

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