What did the new government in America hope to gain besides independence?
A) Expansion of slavery to the Pacific Ocean.
B) Florida and the Southwest, because Spain was a British ally in the war.
C) Territory between the Appalachians and the Mississippi River and, if possible, at least a portion of Canada as well.
D) Trade agreements that permitted Americans to retain most favored nation status.

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The new government in America hoped to gain territory between the Appalachians and the Mississippi River and, if possible, at least a portion of Canada as well. This is evident in the expansionist policies pursued by the United States in the years following the American Revolution. Expansion of slavery and acquiring Florida and Southwest were not priorities for the new government, and while trade agreements were important, they were not the main focus.

What Did the New Government in America Hope to Gain