Which of the following was a common justification in the United States for the trend depicted in the map А
The interest in greater access to trade with the British colonies in the Americas
B
The desire for better relations with Mexico
С
The intention to assimilate Plains indle 1 te White society
D
The beef in White cultural de la Super

The correct answer is D. the belief in White cultural and political superiority.

Explanation:

The map depicts the Manifest destiny, which was a common belief in the 18th century that American settlers (= white people) were destined to spread all over America and conquer all of its territories for them. This is obvious if you look at the map and see how the territories were spreading among its white settlers.