Question

 Britain encouraged emigration to each of the colonies. What effects did this policy have on these areas? Write a paragraph in which you provide an explanation.

Answer 1

Great Britain settled and colonized numerous territories throughout the world. These territories included North America, Australia, Southern Africa, and India, among others.

Immigration was encouraged to these places due to 2 reasons:

• Political interests, as the presence of British settlers, would influence in government affairs in the mentioned zones.

• Economic interests, as these places were seen as sourcing point for a vast range of goods which were sent to Great Britain. These goods included spices and gold.

Answer 2

The main effect that came about from Britain encouraging emigration to each of the colonies was that GDP in these colonies increased, meaning Britain became more wealthy.