USA HISTORY

THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825

THE MONROE DOCTRINE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What was the main purpose of the Monroe Doctrine?
A
US will not allow European nations to create colonies or interfere with free nations of Latin America
B
Keep out any Britain officials and foreign invaders
C
create a democracy
D
Not allow any attempts dangerous to the peace/safety of US
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Monroe Doctrine is the best known U.S. policy toward the Western Hemisphere. Buried in a routine annual message delivered to Congress by President James Monroe in December 1823, the doctrine warns European nations that the United States would not tolerate further colonization or puppet monarchs.

Detailed explanation-2: -1. The U.S. would not interfere in the internal affairs of European states, including a commitment not to get involved in wars between European powers. 2. The U.S. would recognize the existing European colonies in the Western Hemisphere and would not interfere in their affairs.

Detailed explanation-3: -The three main concepts of the doctrine-separate spheres of influence for the Americas and Europe, non-colonization, and non-intervention-were designed to signify a clear break between the New World and the autocratic realm of Europe.

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