A striking similarity between British and Spanish colonial attitudes in their American colonies was in the desire of the home government to
A) allow freedom of trade that benefited the colonies themselves.
B) centralize authority in the hands of provincial governors.
C) slash defense costs for the colonies.
D) begin a discussion of ending the slave trade.

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Both the British and Spanish colonial governments sought to centralize authority in the hands of provincial governors, as they wanted to maintain tight control over their colonies and ensure no rebellion or revolt could occur. Both also imposed strict trade restrictions, with the home government controlling most trade and limiting economic opportunities for the colonies.

A Striking Similarity Between British and Spanish Colonial Attitudes in Their