In 1-2 sentences, explain how the changes to European imperialist rule connect to the rise of independence movements in Africa and the Middle East after Word War I.
The changes to European imperialist rule, such as the dismantling of empires and the transfer of territories to new colonial powers, created a power vacuum and increased feelings of nationalism and desire for self-determination among African and Middle Eastern populations. This led to the rise of independence movements as people sought to break free from European rule and establish their own governments.
