Asked by ben hen

What was the purpose of the Santa Fe Trail?
Select an answer

A.
To connect the east coast to the west coast


B.
To promote trade with Mexico


C.
To provide a route for military troops


D.
To establish a new colony

All Answers 1

Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
B. To promote trade with Mexico

The Santa Fe Trail (opened 1821) was a commercial route connecting Missouri to Santa Fe for trade between U.S. merchants and Mexican markets.