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What was the significance of the Treaty of Nanjing in 1842?

China got what it wanted because it showed strength during negotiation

Europeans forced the Chinese to sign it, ending the first Opium War.

It prevented further wars between China and the Europeans.

It was the cause of further discord leading to more wars.

Explanation: Europeans forced the Chinese to sign the Treaty of Nanjing in 1842. This marked the end of the First Opium War. By forcing the Chinese to sign this unequal treat the British imperialist powers forced the Chinese Emperor to:

1. Pay the cost of war incurred by Britain.

2. Grant complete control of Hong Kong to Britain.

3. Provide extraterritorial rights to British citizens living in China. This meant that local laws won't be applicable to British citizens and they could be tried only in British court of law.

4. Open five ports for the British traders, namely Shanghai, Canton, Ningpo, Foochow, and Amoy.

5. Levy low traffic on British traders.

B. Europeans forced the Chinese to sign it, ending the first Opium War.

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