Why was the transfer of Louisiana from France to Spain done in secret?
A. The French did not want to upset the French colonists living in Louisiana.
B. The Spanish wanted to use Louisiana to keep the British away from their silver mines in Mexico.
C. The French were afraid Mexico would fight if they thought the land was being transferred to Spain.
D. The British might have demanded Louisiana as part of the settlement for winning the French and Indian War.
Ans: D. The British might have demanded Louisiana as part of the settlement for winning the French and Indian War.
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