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Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Treaty of Utrecht (1713) on the European balance of power?

easy MCQ 2 marks Class 7 · History · Eighteenth-Century Political Formations
  1. Britain gained dominance over sea trade
  2. France lost colonial possessions in America
  3. Spain annexed large territories in Europe
  4. The Dutch Republic lost some overseas colonies
Answer
Spain annexed large territories in Europe

The correct answer is Spain annexed large territories in Europe — Note that Spain did not gain, but instead lost territories in Italy, not annexing new European lands. Thus the option about Spain annexing large territories is incorrect.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify the main territorial changes recorded in the Treaty of Utrecht.
  2. Notice that Britain gained colonies in North America and strengthened naval dominance.
  3. Observe that France ceded territories in Canada and India, weakening its overseas presence.
  4. Recognize that the Dutch Republic lost some colonies to Britain, altering trade routes.
  5. Note that Spain did not gain, but instead lost territories in Italy, not annexing new European lands. Thus the option about Spain annexing large territories is incorrect.
Common mistake: Confusing territorial gains with losses, especially for Spain

Concept tested: Treaty of Utrecht outcomes

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