Which of the following was one of England's motivations for pursuing colonies in the New World?

Question

Choose 1 answer:
Choose 1 answer:
(Choice A) Growing the population of England
A
Growing the population of England
(Choice B) Competition with Spain
B
Competition with Spain
(Choice C) Access to silk and tea
C
Access to silk and tea

Answer 1

The correct answer is (Choice B) Competition with Spain.

While growing the population and access to goods like silk and tea were factors in colonial pursuits, the intense rivalry with Spain during the age of exploration was a significant motivation for England to establish colonies in the New World.