Question

Why was Catherine the Great’s acquisition of a warm-water port so important for Russia? Select all that apply.

Answer 1

It limited Ottoman Turkish expansion.

It improved the ability to conduct trade.

The port got the nickname 'warm-water' due to the fact that the water pathway in that port is not frozen during the winter, which make this port available all year unlike other European ports.

Because of this, many empires really want to acquire this port, including the Ottoman empire. By acquiring this port, Catherine the great prevent ottoman's effort to expand their economy. On top of that, The Russians could also use this port when all of their other forts are frozen during the winter.

Answer 2

C and E, From my Knowledge of 2 years ago this is what I think.