Imperialism is a. a policy in which a state takes political and economic control of areas beyond its borders. b. when colonies rebel against the mother country. c. a policy of weakening a country’s power and influence over foreign nations. d. the state when all great empires crumble.

Imperialism is A) a policy of taking political control and economic control of certain region beyond its borders.

In history, imperialism started earlier than the 16th century majorly instigated by the Europeans. They sought trade opportunities in the South and North America, the Far East and other parts of Asia. In Africa and China, they worked closely with the natives to guarantee the protection of Europeans. This is the example of old imperialism.  

New imperialism had imperialists setting up administration offices in the native settlements for the benefit and influence of the colonists and their power. It also gained momentum fueled by economic, religious, political, humanitarian reasons, etc.

ummm? is that supposed to be a question or a but this is a reason he won re-election

explanation:

"despite progress in the war, lincoln and most political pundits were convinced that he would lose his bid for reelection in 1864. the country was war weary and the democratic party's nominee, george mcclellan, was likely to negotiate a peace treaty with the confederacy if elected." - loc.gov

- "the most famous structure by far at saqqara is djoser's step pyramid. dating from the 3rd dynasty (2667—2448 bc), it was the first all-stone complex ever built on earth."

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