Panama and Latin America — Unit test Answers

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Advances in communications technology affected World War I by allowing for

trenches to be dug more quickly.

faster changes and planning in battle.

troops to travel with greater speed.

supplies to reach troops more efficiently.

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After the United States declared war on Germany, approximately how long did it take for over a million American troops to arrive in Europe?

two months

two years

one month

one year

How did the US improve working conditions during the building of the Panama Canal?

Sprayed for mosquitos and improved water quality.

Provided radios to help workers stay in touch with their families.

Improved nutrition for workers to increase productivity.

Used airplanes to deliver supplies more quickly.

When Perry returned to Japan in 1854, why did he bring more ships than he had in 1853?

to convince the Japanese to negotiate

to trade goods with the Japanese

to train US sailors to navigate across the Pacific

to transport a new US consul and other officials

Which of the following best describes the controversy in the United States over the 1868 purchase of Alaska?

Supporters hoped to connect Alaska to the “Lower 48” by annexing Canada, a plan detractors considered imperialistic.

Supporters saw Alaska as a foothold into Europe, while detractors were concerned that attacking Europe would prove too costly.

Supporters believed Alaska would provide valuable natural resources, while detractors felt it was too cold and too far away.

Supporters felt that control of Alaska was key to expanding US trade, while detractors believed that Alaska was too far north to influence trade.

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