Answer
Europe
Explanation:
In 1900, Europe had more steel-producing countries than other continents. This is because Europe was leading the Industrial Revolution and had more factories and industries than any other part of the world. Steel was necessary to build those factories and industries. therefore, it's Europe.
It made people interested in the Americas
Answer:
...in turmoil.
Explanation:
After the American Revolution, the French also believed that it was time for them to reconstruct their government. Their government under the leadership of Louis XVI & Marie Antoinette did not work well, as they proved to be ineffective in helping the people, as well as spending large amounts of money on their own pleasures. This led to the overthrow of the Monarchy as well as the Reign of Terror, that ended with the coup d'tat led by the popular Napoleon Bonaparte & the rise of the French Empire.
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