Why did western countries focus on africa and asia during imperialism?

According to the chart below, which of the following east asia countries has been impacted by an earthquake, a tsunami, and a cyclone? question 10 options: bangladesh india thailand sri lanka

Which of the following scenarios illustrates the cultural impact of expanded regional trade for postclassical civilizations? o a. the byzantine empire rises in place of the roman empire. o b. an islamic scholar attends a university in his hometown. o c. internal disputes weaken a large african empire. o d. an arabian sultan wears a robe made from chinese silk.

Which best describes the impact of the crusades on european exploration?