Question

Which is the BEST example of how the physical geography of the region slowed the construction of the Panama Canal?

a. Protests from the local citizens of Panama interfered with American work schedules.
b. Many workers were killed or sickened by malaria and yellow fever carried by mosquitoes.
c. Arguments between government leaders of the United States and Panama slowed its construction.
d. American contractors were forced to bring in new equipment to replace older, outdated French equipment.

Answer 1

The correct answer is B.

Answer 2

The correct answer for the question that is being presented above is this one: "c. Arguments between government leaders of the United States and Panama slowed its construction." The disagreements between the United States and Panama government leaders pretty much delayed the construction.