Question

what was the significance of the treaty of nanjing in 1842?
china got what it wanted because it showed strength during negotiation.
europeans forced the chinese to sign it, ending the first opium war.
it prevented further wars between china and the europeans.
it was the cause of further discord leading to more wars.

Explanation:

The Treaty of Nanjing in 1842 was signed after China's defeat in the First Opium - War. European powers, mainly Britain, forced China to sign it. It ended the First Opium War and marked the beginning of a series of unequal treaties that weakened China's sovereignty. It did not prevent further wars (the Second Opium - War occurred later) and was not a result of China showing strength during negotiation.

Answer:

Europeans forced the Chinese to sign it, ending the first Opium War.