Question

The ports in Egypt near the Suez Canal and in South Africa allowed one European imperialist power to control the trade routes to India and Asia. Which European country controlled these two vital ports?

Answer 1

This was the British Empire, who dominated the Suez Canal and owned South Africa as a puppet. The Scramble for Africa heavily influenced the British to gain a dominate position in Africa. The scramble began because of the Berlin Conference of 1884. However, the French originally owned the Suez, but due to poor funding, was eventually sold to the British. 

Answer 2

Answer:

IT is the Great Britain

Explanation:

While France controlled much of West Africa, Great Britain controlled the vital ports in Egypt and South Africa. By controlling these ports, Great Britain could control trade to and from India and Asia as well as grow its wealth from the tariffs it collected at these ports.