Question

Britain wanted control over the [blank] because it was the shortest naval route between [blank] and [blank].

a) Suez Canal - India - Australia
b) Panama Canal - North America - South America
c) Strait of Gibraltar - Europe - Africa
d) Cape of Good Hope - Europe - Asia

Answer 1

Britain wanted control over the Cape of Good Hope because it was the shortest naval route between Europe and Asia.

Step-by-step explanation:

The answer to your question is d) Cape of Good Hope - Europe - Asia.

Britain wanted control over the Cape of Good Hope because it was the shortest naval route between Europe and Asia. By controlling this route, Britain could bypass the longer and more dangerous journey around the tip of Africa, known as the Cape Route, and establish a more efficient trade route to its prized colony of India.