Question

Why did the United States aid the efforts of Panamanian rebels who wanted independence from Columbia?
The Columbian government was refusing to repay large loans made by banks based in the United States.
The Columbian government had blocked the United States’ efforts to secure rights to the Panama Canal Zone.
The Columbian government was communist, and the rebels promised to align their new country with the United States.

Answer 1

The Colombian government would not allow the U.S. to have control over the Panama Canal Zone.
So B.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Thanks!!!

Answer 4

Correct Answer: B. The Columbian government had blocked the United States’ efforts to secure rights to the Panama Canal Zone.