Question

During World War I, the British army fought several battles against the Ottoman Turks near Egypt. England's main priority in this region was to
A. capture additional naval bases on the Red Sea.
B. support the Arab uprisings on the Arabian Peninsula.
C. stop the Central powers from seizing oil fields in Aden.
D. prevent the Suez Canal from falling into enemy hands.

Answer 1

C is the correct answer I'm pretty sure. Hope this helps :)