Which of the following strongly influenced Canadian policy in the nineteenth century?
A) The fear that French Canadians would dominate Canada's policymaking
B) The fear that Britain would reassert more control over Canadian affairs
C) The fear that the United States would annex Canadian territory
D) The fear that Canadians would immigrate en masse to the United States

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The fear of U.S. annexation strongly influenced Canadian policy in the nineteenth century. This fear was partially driven by the United States' Manifest Destiny doctrine, which fueled U.S. expansionism and territorial ambitions. As a result, Canada sought to strengthen its own institutions and identity, including establishing its own national defense force and promoting economic growth and immigration to increase its population and territorial integrity.

Which of the Following Strongly Influenced Canadian Policy in the Nineteenth