Question

Which country was the most powerful in the world in the year 1900?
A. Germany
B. USA
C. Britain
D. Japan

Answer 1

Hint: This country was the largest economy in the world in 1900. The country also fought several wars, the Boer war was prominent. During this time, the country was ruling over a major part of Africa and South Asia.

Complete answer: By the year 1900, Britain was the largest country in terms of the economy followed by the United States of America and Germany. Major parts of Africa and South Asia were controlled by the British.
In 1900, the Second Boer War took place and more than twenty thousand British troops invaded the Orange Free State. They were defeated and they surrendered to the British. Hence, the most powerful country in the year 1900 was Britain.
While talking about the other options,
A. Germany became the largest country in terms of economy in continental Europe and the third-largest in the world behind the United States and Britain by 1900. Economic growth and modernization could be seen during this period.
B. The year 1900 in the United States of America is known by the Presidency of William Mckinley. By this year the population of the country rose to 75 million. The country helps put down the Boxer Rebellion, an anti-imperialist movement in China. The USA was the second-largest economy after Britain.
D. By 1900, Japan was becoming a modern industrial nation. The population of the country also expanded from 30 million to 45 million. The exports of rayon, cotton, silk, etc. were also increasing.
Thus, the correct option is C.

Note: Apart from establishing political and economic hegemony almost all over the world, the country performed well at the Olympics held in Paris in the year 1900.