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What did Bartolome de las Casas denounce in regards to the Spanish colonization?
What did Bartolome de las Casas denounce in regards to the Spanish colonization?
- Forced labor and mistreatment of indigenous people (correct)
- Promotion of cultural exchange and mutual understanding
- Establishment of trade routes with other European nations
- Introduction of new crops and farming techniques
What was Bartolome de las Casas' stance on the treatment of indigenous people?
What was Bartolome de las Casas' stance on the treatment of indigenous people?
- He promoted the displacement of indigenous communities
- He supported the enslavement and exploitation of indigenous people
- He advocated for fair treatment and rights for indigenous people (correct)
- He encouraged the forced conversion of indigenous people to Christianity
What was one of Bartolome de las Casas' notable contributions?
What was one of Bartolome de las Casas' notable contributions?
- His writings exposing the atrocities committed against indigenous people (correct)
- His support for the expansion of encomienda system
- His role in implementing policies leading to cultural assimilation of indigenous communities
- His leadership in establishing Spanish trade monopolies in the Americas
