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What was the main reason for the Crown's quick establishment of political and economic oversight in the Americas?
To prevent the tremendous wealth of the Americas from outstripping that of the Old World aristocracy.
What was one significant action taken by Hernán Cortes during his time in Mexico?
Defying his superiors and capturing the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlán.
How did Francisco Pizarro acquire significant wealth and power after his conquest in Peru?
By holding the Inca ruler Atahualpa hostage and demanding a large ransom.
What did the Spanish troops do with the 221/2 carat gold statuary and religious icons provided by the Incas?
Melted them down into gold bars.
What action did Francisco Pizarro take that demonstrated the Spaniards' power in Cajamarca?
Killing the Inca ruler Atahualpa.
Test your knowledge on Latin American literature and prominent poets such as Rubén Darío. Explore the contributions of Latin American writers to the world of letters.
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