All but one of the following played vital roles in the expansion of the missionary movements into Africa?

A. the regeneration of the African people
B. the anti-slavery agenda
C. humanitarian conscience for Africa
D. the prevalence of western education

Correct Answer: Option D

D. the prevalence of western education

Explanation

The prevalence of western education is the correct answer. The European interest in expanding missionary works into Africa are as a result of the need to introduce legitimate commerce i.e putting an end to slave trade, eliminating superstitious beliefs and practices through Christianity and civilization, etc. Western education only came as a consequence of the missionary activities.