Canal Construction Quiz

What was the purpose of the Erie Canal's construction?

• To connect the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean

• To connect the Hudson River to Lake Erie

• To build a highway for transportation

• To create a water park in New York

How did the Suez Canal impact trade routes?

• It made the trip from London to Mumbai longer

• It allowed ships to pass between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean

• It shortened the trip from London to Mumbai

• It increased the distance ships had to travel around Africa

What was the main reason for the construction of the Panama Canal?

• To save time and fuel by shortening trade routes

• To create income for the French government

• To build a tourist attraction in Panama

• To encourage rebellion in South America

How did the construction of canals impact global trade?

• It had no impact on global trade

• It decreased trade time between oceans

• It increased the cost of transportation

• It limited the movement of goods

Why was the United States involved in the Panama Canal construction?

• To decrease global trade

• To increase the distance ships had to travel around South America

• To promote global trade efficiency

• To discourage economic growth in Panama

Which canal reduced the trip from London to Mumbai by shortening trade routes?

• Erie Canal

• Suez Canal

• Panama Canal

• Amazon Canal

What was one of the main benefits of the Erie Canal?

• It increased the travel time between New York and Miami

• It had no impact on American westward expansion

• It influenced westward expansion by allowing goods to be transported

• It was mainly used for recreational purposes

How did the Suez Canal generate income for Egypt?

• By increasing the distance ships had to travel between Europe and Asia

• By promoting tourism and cruises

• Through the use of tolls imposed on passing ships

• By slowing down trade routes

Which country gained rights to build the Panama Canal after encouraging a rebellion?

• France

• United States

• Colombia

• Panama

What impact did the Panama Canal have on global trade?

• It slowed down trade between the oceans

• It made trade routes longer

• It decreased trade time between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans

• It had no effect on global trade