For what key reason might the English have supported colonial expansion south of Virginia? A. to defend existing colonies against encroachment B. to diversify its religious and cultural communities C. to encourage peaceful relations with American Indians D. to provide a buffer against the Spanish in Florida

D.

Explanation:

The colony of Virginia was proved to be a successful installment of a colony in the new land. The colony was later renamed as 'New England' considering the resemblance it shared with England in Britain. The colony of Virginia was under the governance of Britishers.

During the time of expansion and exploration, the Britishers decided to expand the territory of colonies to put a barrier against Spanish expansion. Spanish have established their colonies to the deep south of Virginia in Florida. Therefore, a barrier was put to the Spanish colonial expansion by establishing the colony of Georgia, the last of the thirteen colonies.

Henceforth, the correct answer is option D.