Historical Research and Study: The USS Maine

Name: Revolt
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Question 1

Why was the journey of the Oregon used to support the idea of a canal across Central America?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: The Oregon could have made its journey much more quickly using a canal.

Question 2

How would the existence of a canal in Central America help Roosevelt achieve his goal?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: A canal in Central America would make it easier to reach the Pacific Ocean from the eastern coast of the United States.

Historical Research and Study: The USS Maine Answers