What was the difference between the Puritan and Iberian Christian migrations of North and South America

Question

Iberian colonized South America accidentally, as a result of increased trade. Puritans colonized North America to convert Indigenous populations for Europe
Iberians used the lessons learned in the Reconquista to colonize South America with increased zeal. The Puritans were trying to escape persecution from the Jesuit missionaries
Puritans wanted to colonize North America to escape persecution and establish a new religious society there. Iberians wanted to forcefully and aggressively convert the populations of South America
Iberians were trying to flee from Muslim North Africans. Puritans were trying to flee from the Catholic Church

Answer 1

The most accurate statement regarding the differences between the Puritan and Iberian Christian migrations to North and South America is:

Puritans wanted to colonize North America to escape persecution and establish a new religious society there. Iberians wanted to forcefully and aggressively convert the populations of South America.

Explanation:

1. Puritan Migration: The Puritans, a group of English Protestants, primarily migrated to North America in the early 17th century to escape religious persecution in England. They sought to create a "city upon a hill," a society based on their religious beliefs where they could practice their faith freely and establish a community that reflected their values.

2. Iberian Migration: The Iberian nations (Spain and Portugal) colonized South America with the intention of spread Christianity, particularly Roman Catholicism, to Indigenous populations. Their approach was often aggressive and involved military conquest, leading to the establishment of vast colonial empires.

Comparison:

• Motivation: Puritans were motivated by the desire for religious freedom, while the Iberians aimed at conversion and empire-building.
• Methods: The Puritans sought to develop a new society, often interacting with Indigenous peoples in various ways, while Iberian colonizers typically employed military force and sought to impose their culture and religion.

Thus, the chosen statement accurately captures the differing motivations and methods of these two groups during their migrations.