During the age of imperialism Britain traded opium from colony in India for Chinese tea. What impact did the opium trade have on China?
A. It helped to increase cultural diversity
B. It brought economic prosperity
C. It resulted in addiction and conflict
D. It strengthened community and family ties
C. It resulted in addiction and conflict
The opium trade led to widespread addiction among the Chinese population, causing immense social and health problems. It also led to conflicts within Chinese society and with the British, ultimately contributing to the Opium Wars.