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Why did European imperial powers let their African colonies go, for the most part, without much resistance? (Points : 3) The United Nations demanded that they grant their colonies independence. Many Western nations realized it was time to respect the ideals of self-determination. They were concerned that the United States would demand such action. They did not want Africa to become a battleground for the Cold War.