Question
Why did kings of France, England, and Spain urge exploration and settlement of the New World?
Responses
A They wanted to expand their empires by acquiring more land.They wanted to expand their empires by acquiring more land.
B They wanted to kidnap the Native Americans and force them into slavery.They wanted to kidnap the Native Americans and force them into slavery.
C They wanted to practice their map making skills by mapping the New World.They wanted to practice their map making skills by mapping the New World.
D They wanted a place to send sick people so they wouldn't spread their diseases.
Responses
A They wanted to expand their empires by acquiring more land.They wanted to expand their empires by acquiring more land.
B They wanted to kidnap the Native Americans and force them into slavery.They wanted to kidnap the Native Americans and force them into slavery.
C They wanted to practice their map making skills by mapping the New World.They wanted to practice their map making skills by mapping the New World.
D They wanted a place to send sick people so they wouldn't spread their diseases.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The correct response is:
A. They wanted to expand their empires by acquiring more land.
Kings of France, England, and Spain were motivated by the desire to increase their power and influence through territorial expansion, securing resources, and establishing colonies in the New World.
A. They wanted to expand their empires by acquiring more land.
Kings of France, England, and Spain were motivated by the desire to increase their power and influence through territorial expansion, securing resources, and establishing colonies in the New World.