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In History / High School | 2025-07-04

One reason France wanted to establish colonies in Southeast Asia was to gain access to natural resources such as:
A. silk
B. spices
C. cobalt
D. gold

Asked by leahca1810

Answer (2)

France aimed to establish colonies in southeast Asia to access valuable natural resources, particularly spices and silk. These resources were essential for economic growth and trade in Europe. French colonial activities were primarily driven by the demand for these commodities. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-04

France sought to establish colonies in Southeast Asia to gain access to valuable natural resources, especially spices and silk. These resources were crucial for trade and economic growth in Europe during the colonial period. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is B. spices.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-06

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