Question

The United States wanted oversea territories because the territories had
A. Access to ports
B.access to raw materials
C. Connections to European nations
D. Better employment opportunities

Answer 1

They had access to raw materials

Answer 2

Thank you!!

Answer 3

It is either that or C, as with the Philippines, it became a bargaining chip with the Spanish and others, same thing with Hawaii and Guam to help during the Spanish american war

Answer 4

Colonization is all about the resources. Unless you are Russia. Russia is always looking for a nice place to go to the beach. Oh, and ports that don't freeze or are on the black sea.