The Monroe Doctrine, a new principle of foreign policy, was precipitated by
A. Spanish reaction to the First Seminole War.
B. the presidential election of 1816.
C. rumors that a European coalition was poised to help Spain recover lost American possessions.
D. independence movements that had been gaining momentum in Central and South America.
Answer: C
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