a. During the late 1800s and early 1900s, countries in Europe began to make products in
factories instead of in their homes. This was a huge turning point in history and people’s
lives were drastically changed. This event was called __________________________ .
b. Many Europeans were part of the _________________ of Africa when they moved there
to start a new life.
c. Once Europeans discovered gold, salt, copper, and rubber, or ______________________ in
Africa, they began to take over the continent more quickly.
d. Many Europeans believed that they had a right to rule over the Africans, as they
considered them to be a lower race. One way they did this was by taking over the _________ .