How did the mapping and naming of African geography by Europeans constitute cultural imperialism?
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Correct answer: It erased indigenous names and histories in favor of European ones
Renaming landmarks (e.g., Lake Victoria) and drawing arbitrary borders ignored existing ethnic and linguistic boundaries. This process asserted European ownership and control over the African landscape and its history.
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