Which of the following regions was the last to be colonized by the Europeans?
A) West Africa
B) South America
C) North America
D) Australia and New Zealand
E) Japan

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Australia and New Zealand were the last regions to be colonized by the Europeans. The indigenous populations of these regions were isolated from the rest of the world, which made them more difficult to reach and conquer. European countries such as Britain and France did not establish permanent settlements in Australia until the late 18th century, and New Zealand was not colonized until the mid-19th century.

Which of the Following Regions Was the Last to Be