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east of the Arabian Peninsula
Answer:
The West offered new opportunities.
Explanation:
Not only that the West was non-populated by the middle of 19th Century, but its natural resources were totally unused. That is why government supported settlers, and even promised them wealth and prosperity. Many people who moved westward really gained fortune, especially during famous gold rushes.
Answer:
Due to the proximity of the two lands, trade happened more often and a lot quicker.
Explanation:
Yet that was also a way from the British to spread their influence through the Muslim regions
