Question
In December 1823, Monroe made a speech outlining the United States’ new foreign policy. The speech would later be referred to as the Monroe Doctrine. Read the excerpts below and answer the questions that follow.
[1.] The American continents, by the free and independent condition which they have assumed and maintain, are henceforth not to be considered as subjects for future colonization by any European powers. . .
1. What is the main idea of line 1?
[1.] The American continents, by the free and independent condition which they have assumed and maintain, are henceforth not to be considered as subjects for future colonization by any European powers. . .
1. What is the main idea of line 1?
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The main idea of line 1 is that the American continents, having established their independence, are no longer to be viewed as territories available for colonization by European countries. This statement asserts a position of self-determination for the Americas and rejects any further European colonization efforts in that region.