Why did the United States want an open door policy with China?

Question

(1 point)
Responses

to take over Chinese trade from European nations
to take over Chinese trade from European nations
to increase trade with China
to increase trade with China
to expand the U.S. sphere of influence
to expand the U.S. sphere of influence
to secure special trading privileges

Answer 1

to secure special trading privileges

Answer 2

Why did Seward buy Alaska?
(1 point)
Responses

to access Alaskan gold
to access Alaskan gold
to kick Russia out of North America
to kick Russia out of North America
to increase trade in Asia and the Pacific
to increase trade in Asia and the Pacific
to develop desirable land

Answer 3

to increase trade in Asia and the Pacific