Question

Why did the United States seek to control Midway Island and Wake Island, even though they are small?

a. they are rich in natural resources
b. They provided stopovers for military ships and traders in the Pacific.
c. They prevented Spain from holding on to its Pacific colonies.
d. They offered easy access to ports in Asia.

Answer 1

B.They provided stopovers for military ships and traders in the Pacific.

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Answer 2

b. They provided stopovers for military ships and traders in the Pacific.