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Why did the Spanish and the British try to seize Saint-Domingue during the

French Revolution?
A. Because the African slaves sought their help during this time
B. Because Saint-Domingue did not have a ruler during the French
Revolution
OC. Because the French were too busy with their own revolution to
fight for their colony
OD. Because they wanted to expand their territories by fighting the
French

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C. Because the French were too busy with their own revolution to fight for their colony.

While the French were distracted with their internal strife during the French Revolution, the Spanish and British saw an opportunity to conquer Saint-Domingue, which was a rich colony.

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C. Because the French were too busy with their own revolution to fight for their colony
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