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Which of the following best describes one of the religious reasons for the colonization of the Americas by Europe?
Which of the following best describes one of the religious reasons for the colonization of the Americas by Europe?
- To escape religious persecution in Europe
- To exploit natural resources in the Americas
- To spread Christianity to indigenous peoples (correct)
- To establish trade routes with Asia
Which of the following best describes one of the political reasons for the colonization of the Americas by Europe?
Which of the following best describes one of the political reasons for the colonization of the Americas by Europe?
- To gain access to valuable resources in the Americas
- To establish colonies and expand their empires (correct)
- To escape political instability in Europe
- To find a shorter route to Asia
Which of the following best describes one of the economic reasons for the colonization of the Americas by Europe?
Which of the following best describes one of the economic reasons for the colonization of the Americas by Europe?
- To escape economic hardships in Europe
- To establish diplomatic relations with indigenous tribes
- To spread European culture and values
- To exploit the abundant natural resources in the Americas (correct)
