Which of the following statements accurately explains one reason the Spanish were originally

Question

motivated to explore Texas?(1 point)
Spanish missionaries wanted to force Indigenous Americans to
convert to Catholicism.
Spanish Huguenots wanted to escape Europe and be able to
practice religious freedom.
Spanish conquistadores wanted to find gold and other riches that
would make them wealthy.
Spanish rulers wanted to force France and Great Britain out of the
New World.

Answer 1

The statement that accurately explains one reason the Spanish were originally motivated to explore Texas is:

Spanish conquistadores wanted to find gold and other riches that would make them wealthy.

This motivation was a significant driving force behind Spanish exploration in the Americas, including Texas.