Question

In this 1892 political cartoon, Cecil Rhodes is pictured straddling the continent of Africa with a telegraph line that will stretch from "Cape Town to Cairo."

Which European country dominated Africa during this time period?

A) England
B) France
C) Germany
D) Spain

Answer 1

England if I'm right!

Answer 2

A. England

Step-by-step explanation:

In late 19th century and early 20th century the England dominated the Africa under the New Imperialism. The 1892 cartoon depicts Cecil Rhodes, the Prime Minister of Cape Colony and ardent believer of British Imperialism straddling the continent of Africa with a telegraph line that will stretch from "Cape Town to Cairo." It illustrates his broader "Cape to Cairo" concept for British domination of Africa