An investigation of early Spanish attempts to settle South Carolina most clearly reveals which of the following?(1 point)

Question

A The Spanish were not able to settle South Carolina because the British were already dominant in this area.
B The earliest Spanish settlements in South Carolina would grow into large cities over the years.
C The earliest Spanish settlements in South Carolina thrived due to strong alliances that the Spanish built with Indigenous leaders.
D The Spanish were searching for wealth and Indigenous people to enslave, but their earliest colony was abandoned.

Answer 1

The correct answer is D: The Spanish were searching for wealth and Indigenous people to enslave, but their earliest colony was abandoned.

This option reflects the historical context of Spanish expeditions during that period, particularly in their quests for resources and the establishment of settlements in the face of various challenges, including competition with other European powers and difficult relations with Indigenous populations.