Question

what was the goal of operation torch?
○ to defeat the german forces in italy
○ for the allied forces to gain a foothold in france
○ for the allied forces to reclaim africa
○ to divert nazi forces from the soviet front

Explanation:

Operation Torch was the Allied invasion of French - North Africa in 1942. Its main goal was to gain a strategic foothold in Africa, which could then be used as a springboard for further operations against Axis forces in Europe. It also aimed to divert Axis resources from the Soviet front. Reclaiming Africa was a key objective as it would disrupt Axis supply lines and open up new fronts.

Answer:

for the Allied forces to reclaim Africa