Which statement best describes a sphere of influence? At one time, Australia considered Great Britain its mother country. India was a colony and under control of the British government. In Kenya, Britain created a government of Britons, not Kenyans. Iran was independent, and Britain controlled trade in southern Iran.

According to us supporters, which was a benefit of purchasing alaska? the territory would be a buffer to invasions from europe. the territory would provide a place for many americans to live. it would increase trade by improving access to the northern pacific. it would increase the united states’ power by creating a bond with russia.