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Scramble for Africa Word Scramble Game

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The Scramble for Africa (1884-1885) was a period of intense colonization and exploitation of African territories by European powers. In this game, players will experience the challenges and strategies involved in this historical event by unscrambling key vocabulary terms related to the colonization of Africa.

  • Colonization
  • Imperialism
  • Resistance

Game Details: a word scramble game where you unscramble key vocabulary terms. There is no time limit, but you have a limited number of moves. Use spells to get extra moves!

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Imperialism
The Scramble for Africa was driven by European countries' desire for imperialism and expansion.
Colonization
European powers engaged in colonization in Africa during the late 19th century.
Partition
The Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 led to the partitioning of Africa among European powers.
Nationalism
The competition for African territories fueled nationalist sentiments in Europe.
Exploitation
European powers exploited African resources and labor during the Scramble for Africa.
Resistance
Africans put up resistance against European colonization and imperialism.
Sphere of Influence
European powers established spheres of influence in Africa to control trade and resources.
Missionaries
Christian missionaries played a role in European colonization by converting Africans to Christianity.
Ethnic tensions
The arbitrary borders created during the Scramble for Africa led to ethnic tensions and conflicts.
Legacy
The Scramble for Africa left a lasting legacy of colonialism and exploitation on the continent.

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