Question

Use the drop-down menu to complete the sentence.

During the 1800s, the main reason Americans wanted to expand territorial control outside the United States was to
A.
escape religious persecution
B.
gain natural resources
C.
spread democracy
D.
build overseas settlements

Answer 1

D. Build overseas settlements

Answer 2

The answer is most likely D

Step-by-step explanation:

A. would be like pilgrim times (LOL)

B. could be a viable option but natural resources were not TOO sought after until post- industrial revolution

C. I do not think this was a main concern during this time.

Hope this helped!