D they had some problems with the government being controlled by the local warlords
The result of the Islamic golden age , was an era of stunning, intellectual and cultural achievements.
The United States wanted a method of export and transportation to and from the United States originally when Panama was a part of Colombia. This is why they helped Panama's revolution to become its own independent country. If they had good relations and Panama went as planned, the US could finally build the canal they wanted so badly. The canal now allows transportation of many of the goods we purchase and use today here in the United States.
The main rivalries during the Great Game were "Russia and Great Britain"
The answer is D, the Know Nothings.
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