Question

question 11 of 20
what did roosevelt do to allow the u.s. to build a canal in panama?

a. he improved diplomatic relations with the colombian government.

b. he asked congress for a declaration of war against colombia.

c. he encouraged panama to rebel against colombia.

d. he let the french negotiate building the panama canal.

Explanation:

To build the Panama Canal, Roosevelt supported Panama's rebellion against Colombia (which then controlled Panama). Option A is incorrect as relations with Colombia were strained. Option B is wrong as the U.S. didn't declare war on Colombia. Option D is incorrect as the French had failed earlier and the U.S. took over the project after Panama's independence, which was encouraged by U.S. support.

Answer:

C. He encouraged Panama to rebel against Colombia.