Question

Which of the following measures had to be taken to make the Panama Canal Zone safer for workers?

A) Clear the Rea of dangerous wild animals
B) Improve hygiene and sanitation methods
C) Provide military protection against armed rebel groups
D) Prevent labor agitators from engaging in acts of asbotage

Answer 1

I believe that your answer is C because many people were against the building of the Panama Canal

Answer 2

The correct answer is option A) "Clear the Rea of dangerous wild animals".

Step-by-step explanation:

A series of health measures were taken before the Panama Canal Zone was declared a safe zone for workers. One of the most ambitious projects was the sanitation effort, which involved to clear the Rea of dangerous wild animals. One particularly dangerous animal in the area were the mosquitoes, which carried the yellow fever and malaria.