National Park System · US History

What was Theodore Roosevelt's primary goal regarding conservation?

  1. To eliminate all industrial development across every state, territory, and coastal region
  2. To transfer all public lands to private ownership
  3. To focus only on urban development projects
  4. To preserve natural resources for future generations while allowing responsible use
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Correct answer: To preserve natural resources for future generations while allowing responsible use

Roosevelt supported conservation, which meant managing natural resources wisely. He believed resources should be protected but also used responsibly for long-term benefit.

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