Modern history (First China War): Identify the belligerents in the First China War. This refers to the First Opium War of the 19th century. Choose the correct pairing of countries.

Given data

• Conflict: First China War (First Opium War).
• Task: Identify the countries involved.

Concept/Approach
The First Opium War (1839–1842) was fought primarily between the Qing dynasty of China and Great Britain.

Reasoning
• Hostilities arose over trade, diplomacy, and opium restrictions. • The Treaty of Nanking (1842) ended the war with concessions to Britain.

Common pitfalls
Confusing the First China War with later conflicts involving France or Japan.

Final Answer
China and Britain