Question

exit ticket- panama canal
what were some challenges with building the panama canal? select all that apply.
not enough workers to contruct the canal in time
the thick jungle and mountains were difficult to clear
mosquitos carried diseases such as malaria and yellow fever
the us was not financially stable to support the construction
panama is extremely dry and drought made it difficult to handle

Explanation:

Building the Panama Canal faced multiple challenges. There was a shortage of workers. The thick jungle and mountains were obstacles to clear. Mosquito - borne diseases like malaria and yellow fever affected workers. The US was not in a financial crisis during the main construction phase, and Panama is not extremely dry but rather has a tropical climate.

Answer:

• Not enough workers to construct the canal in time
• The thick jungle and mountains were difficult to clear
• Mosquitos carried diseases such as malaria and yellow fever