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Name three motives behind the European race for colonies.

User Kambus
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1> Domination

2> Expanding trade i.e. developing their economic strength

3> For obtaining more resources

User Brett DeWoody
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-Money-
so they can continue to expand

-Resources-
to fuel the empire they are building

-Power-
To rule what they have and increase the influence of their religion and ideals.

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