Use the maps to answer the question.

Question

Analyze the maps to identify the connection between the growth of the Spanish Empire and the spread of Catholicism.

(1 point)
Responses

After Spain merged the kingdoms of Granada and Portugal, it was able to use Portugal as a launching point to spread Christianity to the Americas.
After Spain merged the kingdoms of Granada and Portugal, it was able to use Portugal as a launching point to spread Christianity to the Americas.

After Spain merged the kingdoms of Aragon and Castile, it acquired Granada and was able to use it as a launching point to spread Christianity to the Americas.
After Spain merged the kingdoms of Aragon and Castile, it acquired Granada and was able to use it as a launching point to spread Christianity to the Americas.

After Spain merged the kingdoms of Castile and Portugal, it was able to use Castile as a launching point to spread Christianity to North America.
After Spain merged the kingdoms of Castile

Answer 1

The correct response is:

After Spain merged the kingdoms of Aragon and Castile, it acquired Granada and was able to use it as a launching point to spread Christianity to the Americas.

This connects the growth of the Spanish Empire with the spread of Catholicism, as the consolidation of power and territories allowed Spain to expand its influence and missionary efforts across the newly discovered lands.