Answer: surveyed and divided.
Explanation:
The great ancient civilizations flourished around river valleys because the rivers produce rich fertile soil and a supply of water for irrigation of crops and human consumption. This allows for the agricultural production to be greater and it can sustain more people.
This is what the branches do -
Executive- Enforces Laws (consists of the President)
Leg. - Makes Laws
Judicial - Determines the Structure of federal jurisdiction
So the answer to your question is, Executive.
They wanted America to defeat Central Powers