Question

What was one important geographic reason the
United States was able to maintain a foreign
policy of neutrality throughout most of the 19th
century?
(1) The Atlantic Ocean provided a buffer from
European interference.
(2) Extensive mountain ranges along the Pacific
coastline prevented invasions.
(3) Scarce natural resources discouraged international
trade.
(4) European immigrants had rapid communication
with their homelands.

Answer 1

One of the most important geographic reasons the United States was able to maintain a foreign policy of neutrality throughout most of the 19th century was that "(1) The Atlantic Ocean provided a buffer from European interference," since European naval power was much weaker than it is today.