Question

Why did journalists call the Alaska purchase of 1867 “Seward’s Folly”?

Answer 1

A Public opinion supported the purchase of Hawaii.
BIt was contrary to the idea of Manifest Destiny.
C They wondered why the United States would want a vast tundra of snow and ice far from the continental borders.
D They believed that the United States instead should direct its energies toward Latin America.

Answer 2

C