The main reason Columbus sailed to the Americas was that he wanted to find a new trade route to India and Asia. He believed he could reach these regions by sailing westward across the Atlantic Ocean. While he was indeed in search of riches, particularly spices and gold, his primary objective was to establish a direct trading route. Therefore, the most accurate response from the options given would be: He wanted to see India.
What was the main reason Columbus sailed to the Americas?
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He wanted to find riches.
He wanted to find riches. - no response given
He wanted to prove that the world was round.
He wanted to prove that the world was round. - no response given
He wanted to prove his seamanship.
He wanted to prove his seamanship. - no response given
He wanted to see India.
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