C. European nations wanted monopoly control of markets and resources
Explanation:
The nations of Europe didn't like the idea of completely free trade because it disagreed with the established monopoly they had over the market and trade with Africa and Asia. They wanted control over the goods and trade, and free trade would mean that is abolished.
<u>The other options are not true as the free trade was already a very known concept and the one that is very consistent with the capitalist theory. European nations also had plenty of goods to import from Africa and Asia, starting with materials like ivory and silk, to spices, food, etc. </u>
The correct answer is A) In the 1600s immigrants were seeking land and religious freedom and in the early 1800s they were escaping famine and political problems. Hope this helps.
