Despite the independence of India, Rwanda and Algeria, the continuing effects of colonialism are still seen in
A) English as the official language or lingua franca.
B) their incorporation into the world system core.
C) violent conflicts involving territory and power.
D) the large secondary (manufacturing) sector of the economy.
E) the loss of all cultural identity.
Answer: C
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