Question

How did European countries react to the cotton shortages created by the American Civil War?

A. They developed a synthetic material to replace cotton

B. They began growing their own cotton

C. When the war began they hoarded enough cotton to last for several years

D. They bought cotton that was grown in other parts of the world

Answer 1

Option D

Step-by-step explanation:

European countries imported cotton from other countries that have high cotton production as American southern states were no more supplying cotton to European states.

European countries bought cotton from countries like India, Egypt, and Brazil and also asked them to produce more and more of cotton.

Hence, option D is correct