Which of the following definitions best describes the Commonwealth of Nations?

A.
an organization of former British colonies that share common ideals and goals
B.
a predecessor to the League of Nations that was formed after the Franco-Prussian War
C.
an organization of powerful nations that negotiated colonial boundaries
D.
an organization of small nations that resisted colonial exploitation by large nations

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A. an organization of former British colonies that share common ideals and goals