Much of Africa was colonized by European powers by the end of the 19th century. Why did some Africans support the colonization movement?
Some Africans understood the risks of losing one's culture were smaller than the gains made from European riches.
Some Africans wanted to use the strength of the Europeans to fight old enemies.
• Some Africans did not understand that riches and resources located in their countries and sold them too cheaply.
Many Africans did not understand what they would be losing once they submitted to European rule and settlement.