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the american claim is by right of our manifest destiny to overspread the whole of the continent which providence has given us for the development of the great experiment of liberty and our democratic government entrusted to us. it is a right such as that of the tree to the space of air and earth suitable for the full expansion of its principle and destiny of growth. it is in our future far more than in our past, that our true life is found. -john osullivan - reporter for the morning news
use the excerpt to answer the question.
which of the following was the purpose and goal of manifest destiny?
○ to spread american political beliefs.
○ to limit the spread of native american tribes.
○ to limit the expansion of slavery.
○ to grow american agriculture and industry.

Explanation:

The excerpt discusses Manifest Destiny, which was the belief that the US was destined to expand across the continent. The key phrase "the full expansion of its principle and destiny of growth" and "the free and independent Government... to the development of the great experiment of liberty and our democratic Government" relates to spreading American political beliefs (like democracy) as part of this expansion. Option A ("To spread American political beliefs") aligns with this, while other options (limiting Native tribes, limiting slavery, growing agriculture/industry) don't match the focus on spreading the "great experiment of liberty" and democratic government.

Answer:

A. To spread American political beliefs