Question

determine whether the statement applies to the panama canal, suez canal, or both. select the correct answer in each row. it created a worldwide trade network by connecting the atlantic and the pacific. latin america becomes a crossroads of world trade. easier international trade routes were opened. it becomes britains \lifeline of the empire\ as it brings quicker access to its african colonies. colonial powers gained control in the area.

Explanation:

1. The Panama Canal connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, facilitating a worldwide trade network and making Latin America a trade cross - roads. It also opened easier international trade routes.
2. The Suez Canal connects the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea, providing quicker access for Britain to its African colonies and was considered Britain's "Lifeline of the Empire". It also opened easier international trade routes and colonial powers had control in the area. Both canals contributed to easier international trade routes and colonial powers had influence in their respective areas.

Answer:

1. Panama Canal
2. Panama Canal
3. Both
4. Suez Canal
5. Both