U.S. History Using Source 1, how did the construction of the Panama Canal mos likely affect the relationship between Panama and the United States? A. Panama considered the United States to be a competitor in trade with European countries. B. Panama viewed the United States as military rival because of the loss of territory in Colombia. C. Panama became hostile toward the United States because of the loss of sovereignty over the Canal Zone. D. Panama became dependent on the United States for economic development and military protection.

Based on Source 1, the construction of the Panama Canal most likely affected the relationship between Panama and the United States in the following way:<br /><br />C. Panama became hostile toward the United States because of the loss of sovereignty over the Canal Zone.<br /><br />The construction of the Panama Canal by the United States in the early 20th century led to the establishment of the Panama Canal Zone, which was under U.S. control. This loss of sovereignty over the Canal Zone likely caused resentment and hostility from the Panamanian government and people, as it represented a significant infringement on their national sovereignty and control over their own territory.