Multiple choice How did the environment factor into the colonization of Africa? Huge railroads were constructed to connect Africa to Europe Cold Climate required Europeans to bring coal for warmth Europeans sought resources in the Africa's interior Atlantic winds kept European ships from settling west Africa Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation The primary motivation for European colonization of Africa was the extraction of raw materials. Europeans sought access to the interior to secure resources like rubber, minerals, and timber for their industries.