The effects of nationalism were reflected in the government's foreign policy. john quincy adams, secretary of state under james monroe, used the first seminole war to expand the nation's territory. adams also formulated the monroe doctrine. which statement best describes u. s. foreign policy during the monroe administration? a. the united states sought to expand its borders into spanish territories. b. the united states sought to establish colonies in british territories. c. the united states sought to align closely with europe in protecting latin america. d. the united states sought to align with europe in protecting florida.