Question
In what way did the purchase of Alaska fit with Secretary of State William Seward's foreign policy toward Asia? (1 point)
• Seward thought that Alaska could be a stepping stone to increased trade with Asia.
• Seward thought the purchase of Alaska would make it possible to annex Midway Island.
• Seward thought the purchase of Alaska would weaken Japan and other Asian powers.
• Seward thought that Alaska could be a stepping stone to increased trade with Asia.
• Seward thought the purchase of Alaska would make it possible to annex Midway Island.
• Seward thought the purchase of Alaska would weaken Japan and other Asian powers.
Answers
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The correct answer is: **Seward thought that Alaska could be a stepping stone to increased trade with Asia.**
This reflects Seward's vision of expanding U.S. influence and trade opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region, viewing Alaska as a strategic point for accessing Asian markets.
This reflects Seward's vision of expanding U.S. influence and trade opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region, viewing Alaska as a strategic point for accessing Asian markets.