What was the primary objective of John Franklin's final expedition?
To find the Northwest Passage
To claim land for the British Empire
To establish a trade route with Asia
To search for the lost city of Atlantis
Answer
The primary objective of John Franklin's final expedition was to find the Northwest Passage, a sea route through the Arctic Ocean that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. This passage was highly sought after by explorers as it would provide a shorter route for trade and travel between Europe and Asia.
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