1. Which quote from this section assesses a long term impact of British rule.
A. “Markets were restructured to suit industrial British interests, leading to high levels of unemployment i the handicrafts industry.”
B. “Railroads connected economic centers across India.”
C. “Since the majority of India’s labor force was devoted to growing cash crops as raw materials for British industry, Indian industry remained underdeveloped through the end of British rule.”
D. “…Poor farmers were oppressed by these high taxes. Meanwhile, political administrators received huge payoffs from them.”
C. “Since the majority of India’s labor force was devoted to growing cash crops as raw materials for British industry, Indian industry remained underdeveloped through the end of British rule.”
The quote that assesses a long term impact of British rule is:
C. “Since the majority of India’s labor force was devoted to growing cash crops as raw materials for British industry, Indian industry remained underdeveloped through the end of British rule.”
To determine which quote from the given section assesses a long-term impact of British rule, we need to analyze the quotes and see which one discusses a lasting consequence or effect.
Let's break down each quote:
A. "Markets were restructured to suit industrial British interests, leading to high levels of unemployment in the handicrafts industry."
This quote talks about the impact of British rule on the handicrafts industry, specifically how the restructuring of markets resulted in high unemployment. While it highlights a consequence, it does not explicitly mention long-term impact.
B. "Railroads connected economic centers across India."
This quote mentions the building of railroads by the British, which connected economic centers in India. While it highlights a significant development, it does not explicitly discuss long-term impact.
C. "Since the majority of India’s labor force was devoted to growing cash crops as raw materials for British industry, Indian industry remained underdeveloped through the end of British rule."
This quote discusses how the British reliance on India for cash crops hindered the development of Indian industry. It highlights a long-term impact of underdevelopment throughout British rule.
D. "…Poor farmers were oppressed by these high taxes. Meanwhile, political administrators received huge payoffs from them."
This quote mentions the oppression faced by poor farmers due to high taxes and the corruption among political administrators. While it captures an effect of British rule, it does not explicitly discuss long-term impact.
Based on the analysis, the quote that assesses a long-term impact of British rule is C. "Since the majority of India’s labor force was devoted to growing cash crops as raw materials for British industry, Indian industry remained underdeveloped through the end of British rule."
To arrive at this answer, it is important to read and understand the given quotes, considering the context provided in the question. Close attention to details and critical analysis will help you identify the most appropriate response.