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The Monroe Doctrine (1823) declared that:

A.The United States would colonize Latin America

B.European powers should not establish new colonies in the Western Hemisphere

C.The United States would support European revolutions

D.The Americas would be divided among European powers

Explanation

Core Concept

The Monroe Doctrine declared the Western Hemisphere off-limits to further European colonization and stated the US would view any European interference in the Americas as a threat.

Correct Answer

BEuropean powers should not establish new colonies in the Western Hemisphere

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