Question

Explain ONE way in which the legacy of imperialism affected the economic development of new states in the second half of the twentieth century.

Answer 1

´The correct answer to this open question is the following.

Although there are no options attached we can say the following.

One way in which the legacy of imperialism affected the economic development of new states in the second half of the twentieth century in the countries of Africa.

After European nations allow independence to most of the African nations, these African countries have been immersed in poverty, hunger, social problems, and diseases. This can be an example of the legacy they left after years of imperialism in Africa.

Let's remember that at the end of the 1800s and the beginning of the 1900s, European superpowers agreed to split the African territory in what was known as the "Scramble for Africa." European nations such as France, Portugal, Great Britain. Germany or Belgium, split the African territories to colonize them and exploit the many raw materials and natural resources.

When the Europeans left those territories, the African people did not what to do after so many years of dependence.

Right now, all their struggles are consequences of that European imperialism.