The relationship between the United States and Latin America was limited in the late 1800's, although there was some contact because of wars where the U.S stepped in, like the short Spanish–American War of 1898.
What is the most likely reason Griscom connected crime to poor living conditions?
A. People who were likely to die young did not worry about the consequences of criminal acts.
B. Living in unsanitary conditions often made people lose their sense of right and wrong.
<u>C. Unhealthy people who could not earn a living were more likely to commit crimes.</u>
D. Being a member of the laboring classes made people more prone to criminal behavior.
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The British as well as the Spanish had colonies in the Carribbean in the West Indies in places like St Vincents, Barbados and the Bahamas. Most likely they would be after sugar from cane and perhaps also for the rum, and fresh fruit.
