Question
Which of these were reasons for Columbus's first voyage from Spain? Select two that apply. (4 points)
Responses
Spain wanted to discover new cultures and religions
He went in search of an easier route to Asia
He sought to bring back Native Americans for slavery
Spain wanted to control the spice trade
Responses
Spain wanted to discover new cultures and religions
He went in search of an easier route to Asia
He sought to bring back Native Americans for slavery
Spain wanted to control the spice trade
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The two reasons for Columbus's first voyage from Spain are:
1. **He went in search of an easier route to Asia**
2. **Spain wanted to control the spice trade**
These motivations were central to Columbus’s expedition, as he aimed to find a western route to Asia for trade purposes, particularly to access valuable spices.
1. **He went in search of an easier route to Asia**
2. **Spain wanted to control the spice trade**
These motivations were central to Columbus’s expedition, as he aimed to find a western route to Asia for trade purposes, particularly to access valuable spices.