Question

How did advanced weaponry help Europe during new imperialism?

Answer 1

B.) It gave imperialists even more power over non-Europeans.

The advanced weaponry gave Europe more power to invade other uncolonized territories. 

Answer 2

It gave imperialists even more power over non-Europeans. Option B is correct.

New Imperialism marked a period of colonial expansion by European powers, the United States, and Japan during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The period was characterized by an unprecedented pursuit of overseas territorial acquisitions. Imperialists sough to develop their empires with new technological advances and developments, making their territory bigger through conquest, and exploiting the resources of the subjugated countries.