Choose the correct statements related to the impact of colonialism:

 

A. Initial contact with indigenous populations primarily occurred during the imperial conquest phase.

B. Economic exploitation intensified during the consolidation of imperial rule.

C. The imposition of European administrative structures was a significant outcome of the colonial period.

D. Cultural assimilation was limited to the establishment of trading posts.

E. Trade networks were established during the exploration and contact phase.

 

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