Answer:
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>
I believe the answer is "Cabot." But since there are no options, I'm not 100% sure.
To prevent a war in Germany but also to appease Hitler
The correct answer is b) new technology and a system of railroads.
The Gilded Age occured during the late 19th century in American history. This age saw the invention of new technologies that drastically changed the course of our history. Inventions like the Bessemer Process and incadescent light bulb were ones that had an enormous impact on America. Along with this, the development of the Transcontinental railroad which connected the easter portion of the US to the western portion allowed for easier trade between the two regions.
