Asked by Jennifer Duran on May 06, 2024

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Which of the following statements accurately describes American allies during the War for Independence?

A) While the French offered their help freely, Spain was promised a cash payment for its aid.
B) France and Spain were initially reluctant to aid America, as the colonies were entirely Protestant.
C) The Americans only managed to gain the support of Portugal, while France and Spain supported the British.
D) Spain was promised extensive territory in the American Southwest if the Americans won.
E) France and Spain fought with the Americans largely because of well-established rivalries with Britain.

War for Independence

The conflict between the Thirteen American Colonies and Great Britain from 1775 to 1783, resulting in the establishment of the United States of America.

American Southwest

A region in the United States defined by its arid and semi-arid climate, encompassing states such as Arizona, New Mexico, parts of California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado.

Protestant

A member of the branch of Christianity that separated from the Roman Catholic Church during the Reformation.

  • Gain insight into the different international interactions and coalitions that emerged during the American Revolutionary War.
  • Acknowledge the role of key figures and groups in the American Revolutionary War and their contributions to its outcome.
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Cheyanne GrassMay 07, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
France and Spain joined the American War for Independence primarily due to their historical rivalries with Britain, seeking to weaken British power and expand their own influence.