What did newly discovered land mean for Spain in the 16th century?

a. the opportunity to acquire thousands of slaves and new foods

b. the opportunity to expand Spain's territory and spread Christianity

c. the opportunity to make amazing scientific and cultural discoveries

d. the opportunity to create foreign penal colonies and grow expensive spices

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Kaydence Anderson

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31 March, 11:31

What did newly discovered land mean for Spain in the 16th century?

a. the opportunity to acquire thousands of slaves and new foods

b. the opportunity to expand Spain's territory and spread Christianity

c. the opportunity to make amazing scientific and cultural discoveries

d. the opportunity to create foreign penal colonies and grow expensive spices

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Blackie · Answer 1

B. The opportunity to expand Spain's territory and spread Christianity

Nicholas Becker · Answer 2

The answer is B: The opportunity to expand Spain's territory and spread Christianity.

Spain was eager for new resources of wealth and to spread Christianity on their new lands.