Question

quiz: report from the middle east why were the british so eager to control egypt after world war i? they wanted to control the suez canal. they had the most powerful armed forces. they had plans to install a vast irrigation system in the desert. they wanted to protect the treasures in the pyramids.

Explanation:

The Suez Canal was a crucial waterway for British trade and military movements. Controlling Egypt gave them direct access and control over this important canal. The other options are not the main reason for British eagerness to control Egypt post - World War I. Having powerful armed forces was a means rather than the reason for control. Installing an irrigation system and protecting pyramid treasures were not significant motives for British imperial control.

Answer:

They wanted to control the Suez Canal.