Monroe Doctrine Quiz

The Monroe doctrine was a foreign policy enunciated by President Monroe in 1823, stating that the American continents were not to be considered subjects for future colonization by European powers.

The Monroe doctrine was initially regarded as a corollary to Washington's Farewell Address, which warned against 'the insidious wiles of foreign influence.'

Monroe declared that the American continents were henceforth not to be considered subjects for future colonization by European powers.

<p>Monroe suggested that the United States should not interfere with the existing colonies of any European power, but would consider any attempt to extend their system to any portion of the Hemisphere as dangerous to the US.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The controversy surrounding the Monroe doctrine arose when attempting to interpret the far-reaching importance and implications of the doctrine.</p> Signup and view all the answers