British Empire

Question 1

How far did the british empire expand?

Answer 1

Most of Africa and more of eastern part of the world and north america

Question 2

How did the british empire became so powerful ?

Answer 2

The british empire became so powerful because of technological and industrial development. Britain was also the first to harness steam which would help with trading. The british empire also dominated the seas which helped gain leverage and power over other countries.

Question 3

What caused the decline for the british empire?

Answer 3

Decline for the british empire:
- WW2 caused the decline because of the loss of money and resources
- Britain spent more on the NHS instead of funding the empire
- USA and russia lent Britain money which shows that the british empire was in decline
- countries like India claimed independence which caused the lack of resources and trade.