4. which statement best describes who controlled central and south america by 1844?
a.) spain controlled most of this land.
b.) independent states controlled most of this land.
c.) much of the region was in a state of rebellion.
d.) the french and dutch had gained new territory.

The answer is (A) Spain controlled most of this land

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