The correct answer is A. Slavery was not an issue
In the beginning of the 1800's slavery was still a big thing in the south even though the North disproved of it. That is one of the main reasons why the civil war was fought and why the emancipation proclamation was made to free the slaves from rogue states.
Checks and balances? that might not be right i’m not sure
The best and most correct answer among the choices provided by the question is the first choice. Both leaders want to westernize their nations. I hope my answer has come to your help. God bless and have a nice day ahead!