The answer should be false.
At this time colonies were viewed as a major factor in determining a nations power internationally and also an engine for economic growth in a mercantilist system. Therefore, arguments in favor of U.S. Imperialism would have been fueled by the power struggle with European nations to exert global influence and dominance. Another major factor that individuals would have argued for was that colonies would have provided new markets and sources for raw materials for the growing US economy. In the end the U.S. did not become a major imperial power which most likely served the nation's power and reputation in the long run.
Both factory workers and slaves had to work long hours, and working conditions weren’t as sanitary as they are today.
Answer:
The Italian cities states cut off from the trade with Asia lost power and wealth. Florence with its wool trade with England and northern Europe became the most powerful city state in Italy. Trade with Asia was and still is vital to the wealth and power of nations. With trade the Italian City States prospered
