I'm here to help! In regards to the questions asked:
1. France had the second biggest territorial possession in Africa mainly due to its colonial empire. The geographical feature that made up most of the territory was the Sahara Desert, which is the largest hot desert in the world, covering a significant part of North Africa.
2. "The White Man's Burden" refers to a poem by Rudyard Kipling that was published in 1899. The poem reflects the idea of the moral responsibility of the white Western powers to educate and civilize the people of non-Western cultures during the period of European colonialism. It portrays the belief that it was the duty of the white race to uplift and guide the so-called "uncivilized" or "inferior" races.
These explanations should provide you with a better understanding of the concepts related to France's territorial possession in Africa and the concept of "The White Man's Burden." If you have any further questions or need clarification, feel free to ask!
