Question

a difference between commodore perrys \black ships\ and the great white fleet was that the \black ships\:

a. carried larger guns.

b. used sail power.

c. carried government leaders.

d. used force to achieve goals.

Explanation:

Commodore Perry's "Black Ships" (1850s) were a mix of sail - powered and steam - powered vessels, while the Great White Fleet (early 1900s) was fully steam - powered with no sail power. Option A is incorrect as the Great White Fleet likely had more advanced/larger guns. Option C is incorrect as neither primarily carried government leaders. Option D is incorrect as both used force (Perry to open Japan, Great White Fleet for diplomacy/force projection but still had force capability). So the key difference in propulsion (sail power use) makes B correct.

Answer:

B. Used sail power.