The main reason Spain agreed so readily to sell Florida to the United States after so many years of actively colonizing it was that Spain was busy fighting rebels in Latin America. This conflict made it difficult for Spain to manage its territories effectively, including Florida, and contributed to its willingness to sell the territory to the United States through the Adams-Onís Treaty in 1819.
Monroe's Presidency
Which of the following was the main reason Spain agreed so readily to sell Florida to the United States after so many years of actively colonizing it?
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Spain needed the money.
Spain needed the money.
Spain feared a revolt in Florida.
Spain feared a revolt in Florida.
Spain was busy fighting rebels in Latin America.
Spain was busy fighting rebels in Latin America.
Spain knew it had a weaker military than the United States.
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