Colonialism established a system where wealthier nations extracted resources and labor from poorer countries, leading to a division between 'core' nations and '________' nations, which are typically less economically developed.

Colonialism created a system where richer countries took valuable resources and labor from poorer nations, often leaving them with little wealth or opportunity. This led to a divide between what we call 'core' nations, which are strong and economically developed, and 'peripheral' nations, which are usually less developed and struggle to grow. For example, during the colonial period, European countries like Britain and France extracted resources like gold and rubber from places like Africa and Asia, benefiting their own economies while harming local communities. As a result, many of these peripheral nations still face challenges today, such as poverty and limited access to education and healthcare. This ongoing inequality shows how the impacts of colonialism continue to affect global relationships and economies.