Cecil Rhodes wrote that he wanted to "paint as much of the map of Africa British red as possible." Which of the following best paraphrases what he meant?

British colonies are a shameful embarrassment to the world.

Britain should establish as many African colonies as possible.

Britain should distribute maps to schools throughout Africa.

Britain should teach Africans styles of painting commonly found in Europe.

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17 May, 13:41

Cecil Rhodes wrote that he wanted to "paint as much of the map of Africa British red as possible." Which of the following best paraphrases what he meant?

British colonies are a shameful embarrassment to the world.

Britain should establish as many African colonies as possible.

Britain should distribute maps to schools throughout Africa.

Britain should teach Africans styles of painting commonly found in Europe.

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Wendy Crawford · Answer 1

Britain should establish as many African colonies as possible

Explanation:

Cecil Rhodes was an imperialist who believed that if the British empire extended it's dominion, the world would be a better place. In Africa particularly he had a desire to construct a railway from Cape to Cairo. This would be a means of expanding the British Empire in Africa, which was his ultimate goal. For this reason, he boldly stated his desire for the map of Africa to be painted as "British red as possible."