Why did both the Axis and Allied Powers want to control North Africa? Check all that apply.
1)They wanted to control natural resources.
2) It was an important source for food supplies.
3)Gaining command of oil supplies was important.
4)They wanted to dominate trade routes in the area.
5) Germany was in close proximity to North Africa.
The correct answers are 1, 3, and 4. Answer 2 is incorrect as there was no significant food production in North Africa. Answer 5 is also incorrect since Germany is quite a distance away from North Africa.
