What explanation did Mr. Gore give to Colonel Lloyd about his shooting the slave Demby in the water? Answer choices for the above question

A. He said that Demby was trying to escape.

B. He said that he "felt like it."

C. He said that Demby was "too old."

D. He said that Demby had become "unmanageable."

the right answer is the third one: turnpikes went short distances to connect markets. turnpikes, also known as toll roads, were very important for trade and transportation (of people, goods and products) in the 19th century, coinciding with the expansion towards the west. they contributed significantly to the economic development of the united states.