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Science
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Panama Canal:
Write in paragraph form, answering these questions:
Panama Canal
1. The French attempted to build a canal at
Panama, and failed. What were the major obstacles they faced?
2. The Americans tried to build a canal at
Panama, and after many years, they succeeded in 1913. What contributed to their
success?
3. How was the workforce used to build the
Canal similar to and different from the workforce used in slavery?
4. Write about one interesting part about the
Panama Canal that captures your imagination.