Why Were Elite Iberian-Americans Initially Reluctant to Embrace the Idea

Multiple Choice

Why were elite Iberian-Americans initially reluctant to embrace the idea of independence?

A) They feared that it might generate revolts among slaves or Amerindians.
B) They feared that cooperation among the various colonies of the Spanish empire would undermine their positions of wealth and power.
C) They feared that without a strong monarchy, the Catholic Church would gain too much influence.
D) They feared that independence would lead peninsulares to return to Europe.