Because the Christian religion went against their morals and they found that because of this following this religion was considered to be treason
C. Controlling trade between Asia and Europe
It was the Mexican-American war <span>that brought about the need or desire to begin an expansionist policy with regard to foreign affairs, since the end of this war ceded a lot of new territory that was used by settlers moving west.</span>
D. Both the US and USSR used their power to wield influence and shape new nations.
Examples: One of the most know is in Vietnam which recently gained its independence from France. The USSR and China instilled a Communist Regime in North Vietnam whereas The US and United Nations established a Republic in Southern Vietnam causing ideological conflicts and starting a proxy war known as, "The Vietnam War"
