Question

what was the primary goal of the monroe doctrine, announced in 1823? a to promote international free trade agreements b to encourage european colonization in africa c to oppose european colonialism in the americas d to form a military alliance with south american nations

Explanation:

The Monroe Doctrine was a U.S. foreign policy statement. It aimed to prevent European powers from further colonizing the Americas. It stated that the Western Hemisphere was no longer open for European colonization. Option A is incorrect as free - trade was not its main goal. Option B is wrong because it was about the Americas, not Africa. Option D is incorrect as forming a military alliance was not its primary purpose.

Answer:

C. to oppose European colonialism in the Americas