Do You Know About World Colonisation?

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    What nationals colonised the most of Central America?

    • Spanish nationals
    • British nationals
    • Chinese nationals
    • Korean nationals
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Here we major on the events which saw certain indigenous people being controlled by external powers. Colonization often leads to the spread of ethnic groups around the world and is responsible for the diversity noticeable in some popular countries. We believe you are in the know. Try this quiz to prove yourself.

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  • 2. 
    Which of these factors led to the colonisation of Africans by Europeans? - ProProfs

    Which of these factors led to the colonisation of Africans by Europeans?

    • Environmental factor

    • Economic factor

    • Climatic factor

    • Social factor

    Correct Answer
    A. Economic factor
    Explanation
    The economic factor played a significant role in the colonization of Africans by Europeans. Europeans were motivated by the desire for wealth and resources, such as gold, diamonds, and other valuable commodities found in Africa. They established colonies to exploit these resources, establish trade routes, and gain economic dominance. The colonization also provided Europeans with a source of cheap labor and new markets for their goods. Economic factors, therefore, were a driving force behind the colonization of Africans by Europeans.

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    What century saw the first European colonisation? - ProProfs

    What century saw the first European colonisation?

    • 13th

    • 14th

    • 15th

    • 16th

    Correct Answer
    A. 15th
    Explanation
    The 15th century saw the first European colonization because this was the time when European powers, such as Spain and Portugal, began exploring and establishing colonies in the Americas, Africa, and Asia. This period is commonly known as the Age of Discovery or the Age of Exploration, and it marked a significant shift in global history as European countries expanded their influence and control over new territories.

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    When did the archetypal European colonial system end? - ProProfs

    When did the archetypal European colonial system end?

    • 1945-1975

    • 1955-1960

    • 1970-1990

    • 1975-1985

    Correct Answer
    A. 1945-1975
    Explanation
    The archetypal European colonial system ended between 1945 and 1975. This period marked the decolonization process, where many European colonies gained independence. The end of World War II in 1945 led to a shift in global power dynamics and a growing demand for self-determination among colonized nations. This resulted in a wave of independence movements and the dismantling of European colonial empires. By 1975, most European colonies had achieved independence, signifying the end of the archetypal European colonial system.

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    What century saw the colonisation of southeast Asia by Europeans?  - ProProfs

    What century saw the colonisation of southeast Asia by Europeans? 

    • 15th

    • 16th

    • 17th

    • 18th

    Correct Answer
    A. 16th
    Explanation
    The 16th century saw the colonization of Southeast Asia by Europeans. During this time, European powers such as Portugal, Spain, the Netherlands, and Britain began to establish colonies and trading posts in the region. They were motivated by the desire to control valuable resources, establish trade routes, and spread Christianity. This colonization had a significant impact on the region, shaping its history, culture, and economy.

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  • 6. 
    When did the Asian colonisation of Europe come to an end? - ProProfs

    When did the Asian colonisation of Europe come to an end?

    • 1913

    • 1915

    • 1917

    • 1918

    Correct Answer
    A. 1913
    Explanation
    The Asian colonisation of Europe came to an end in 1913. This suggests that by this year, Asian countries no longer had control or influence over European territories. It implies that any colonisation efforts or occupations by Asian powers had ceased by 1913, indicating a shift in power dynamics and the end of this particular period of Asian colonisation in Europe.

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    Which of these is the Latin word from which colonisation is coined? - ProProfs

    Which of these is the Latin word from which colonisation is coined?

    • Colere

    • Calore

    • Colorale

    • Colare

    Correct Answer
    A. Colere
    Explanation
    The Latin word "colere" is the correct answer because it is the root word from which the term "colonisation" is derived. "Colere" means "to cultivate" or "to inhabit" in Latin, which aligns with the concept of colonisation where a group of people establishes a settlement in a new territory and cultivates it.

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    When did the colonisation the Americas by British nationals start? - ProProfs

    When did the colonisation the Americas by British nationals start?

    • 1607

    • 1608

    • 1606

    • 1609

    Correct Answer
    A. 1607
    Explanation
    The colonization of the Americas by British nationals started in 1607. This is historically significant because it marks the establishment of the Jamestown colony in Virginia, which was the first permanent English settlement in North America. The arrival of these British settlers marked the beginning of an era of European colonization and the eventual establishment of the thirteen British colonies that would later form the United States of America.

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  • 9. 
    When was France colonised? - ProProfs

    When was France colonised?

    • 1503

    • 1504

    • 1505

    • 1506

    Correct Answer
    A. 1503
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    Which of this terms is not associated with colonisation? - ProProfs

    Which of this terms is not associated with colonisation?

    • Emigration

    • Migration

    • Population

    • Government

    Correct Answer
    A. Population
    Explanation
    Population is not directly associated with colonization. While colonization can lead to changes in population dynamics, such as the influx of settlers or the displacement of indigenous populations, the term "population" itself does not specifically refer to the act or process of colonization. Emigration and migration, on the other hand, are both terms that involve the movement of people from one place to another, which can be a result of colonization. Government can also be associated with colonization, as the colonizing power typically establishes a new government in the colonized territory.

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