Question

spain and france wanted a colonial victory in the american revolution because they
sought access to the continental navy.
wanted each other out of the colonies
saw britain as a rival to be weakened
wanted the american colonies for themselves.

Explanation:

• Option 1: Spain and France didn't need access to the Continental navy for their own interests related to the American Revolution context, so this is incorrect.
• Option 2: Their main concern wasn't about removing each other from colonies but dealing with Britain, so this is wrong.
• Option 3: Britain was a major rival of both Spain and France in terms of colonial power and trade. A colonial victory for the Americans would weaken Britain, which was in line with their interests.
• Option 4: Spain and France didn't aim to take over the American colonies for themselves; they wanted to weaken Britain, so this is incorrect.

Answer:

C. saw Britain as a rival to be weakened