What was the result of the Spanish treating the Natives poorly and forcing them into slavery?

Thousands of natives died from slavery and forced labor.
Nothing significant happened to the Natives.
Spain was transformed by the cultural richness of the New World.
Spain became rich by taking the wealth of the American colonies.
Pick one

3 answers

The most accurate result is: Thousands of natives died from slavery and forced labor.

The treatment of Native Americans by the Spanish often included severe exploitation, leading to significant loss of life due to harsh working conditions, disease, and violence. While Spain did become rich from the resources of the Americas, the direct consequence of their treatment of Indigenous populations was the devastating impact on Native communities.

What was Marco Polo's contribution to the exploration of the world?
He wrote a book about Asia, which caused explorers to seek new trade routes.
He converted Asians to Christianity.
He invented the astrolabe, which greatly helped ships navigate.
He sailed a caravel to India, increasing the economy and spice trade.

The correct answer is: He wrote a book about Asia, which caused explorers to seek new trade routes.

Marco Polo's travels and the subsequent book he wrote, "The Travels of Marco Polo," provided detailed accounts of his experiences in Asia, particularly in China. His writings inspired many later explorers to seek new trade routes and to explore the East more extensively.