D) Autocracy is your best answer.
The Ottoman Empire is reigned by a Sultan (the head of the government), with a central government (One (& the only) branch holds all the power) as support for the Sultan. This means that as long as the head (Sultan) is a capable man, he is able to provide needs (& wants) to his people, as well as provide universal healthcare and benefits, as well as profits from across seas and either peace or territorial expansions.
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The correct answer is C) Desire for new markets.
This desire for new markets resulted in the "Scramble for Africa." This term refers to the constant competition among European countries for colonial possessions in Africa. It got to the point where the competition was at such a high level, that European countries met to lay down some ground rules. This was known as the Berlin Conference (1884-1885). After this, colonization of these African territories continued to rise, as industrialization in Europe resulted in the desire to expand the markets where individuals could trade and sell their goods.
Western democracies had always been hostile to the idea of a communist state. The United States had refused recognition to the USSR for 16 years after the Bolshevik takeover. I hope my answer has come to your help. God bless and have a nice day ahead!
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