Question

What was the result of the political distance between the Spanish American colonies and their home country during the Peninsular War?

a. Increased cooperation between colonies and the home country
b. Heightened tensions and desire for independence
c. Economic prosperity in the colonies
d. Strengthening of colonial governance

Answer 1

The result of the political distance between the Spanish American colonies and their home country during the Peninsular War was heightened tensions and desire for independence.

Step-by-step explanation:

The result of the political distance between the Spanish American colonies and their home country during the Peninsular War was heightened tensions and desire for independence. When Napoléon occupied Spain and its ruling royalty became captive, regional governing councils called juntas were established in Spain and in the American colonies. The experience of self-rule and the inability of Spain to enforce its control over the colonies led to a growing desire for independence among the creole elites.