There was conflict between Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca and another conquistador named Hernán

Question

Cortés. This shows that a primary motivation for Spanish exploration of Texas was(1 point)
defending Spanish territory against attack.
to convert Indigenous Americans to Christianity.
the desire to acquire personal fame and wealth.
an attempt to force the French out of Texas.

Answer 1

The conflict between Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca and Hernán Cortés highlights the primary motivation for Spanish exploration of Texas as the desire to acquire personal fame and wealth. Both Cabeza de Vaca and Cortés were driven by ambitions of achieving glory and acquiring resources during their expeditions.