The word are is a Linking Verb
Colonialism
the policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economicall
Imperialism
a policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means.
The best answer is B.
Explanation, “bypassed” means to go around and by finding another trail is basically going around the other one
<span>B. to provide evidence that the age of discovery is concluding</span>
This is more of an opinion than fact