Based on the political cartoon, what was one goal of the Monroe Doctrine?

Question

A) to establish US dominance over the Western Hemisphere.
B) to encourage trade between Europe and South America.
C) to remain neutral in conflicts between Europe and South America.
D) to support European colonization in the Western Hemisphere.

Answer 1

A) to establish US dominance over the Western Hemisphere.

The Monroe Doctrine was primarily aimed at preventing further European colonization and interference in the Americas, asserting that the Western Hemisphere was under the influence and protection of the United States.