Which was an effect of Russia’s desire for increased control of warm-water ports in the mid-19th century?
A.Russian conquest of Siberia and Central Asia in order to gain access to Silk Road trade routes
B.the scheduling of the Berlin Conference by Otto von Bismarck to mediate tensions between Russia and the Ottoman Empire
C.an alliance by the Ottoman Empire, Britain, and France to thwart Russian expansion in the Crimean War
D.the conquest of Japan so that Russia could gain dominance in the Pacific Ocean to trade with the Americas
c??
C is the correct answer. Just took the test. :)
I think c
The correct answer is C. An alliance by the Ottoman Empire, Britain, and France to thwart Russian expansion in the Crimean War.
To arrive at this answer, let's understand the context. In the mid-19th century, Russia had a strong desire to gain increased control of warm-water ports. Warm-water ports refer to ports that remain ice-free throughout the year, allowing for year-round trade access.
In pursuit of this objective, Russia sought to expand its influence and territory in areas such as the Black Sea region. Crimea, a peninsula in the Black Sea, held strategic importance because it provided access to warm-water ports.
As Russia's expansion threatened the interests of other major powers in the region, an alliance was formed to counter Russian expansion. This alliance consisted of the Ottoman Empire, Britain, and France. They united in the Crimean War (1853-1856) to fight against Russia's territorial ambitions.
The Crimean War resulted in a conflict between Russia on one side and the Ottoman Empire, Britain, and France on the other. During the war, the allied forces of the Ottoman Empire, Britain, and France worked to thwart Russia's expansionist goals and maintain a balance of power in the region.
Therefore, the correct answer is C.