When U.S. ambassador to London, Walter Hines Page, said "I thank Heaven for many things—first the Atlantic Ocean," he meant he
A) was thankful that the United States was not yet involved in the Great War.
B) enjoyed vacationing with his family at the Atlantic Ocean.
C) appreciated the economic advantages that were enjoyed due to steam ship improvements.
D) profited from the triangle trade route.
Answer: A
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