Which of the following were reasons for Columus's first voyage from Spain? Select the the two that apply.

Question

1. He sought to bring back Native Americans for slavery
2. Spain wanted to discover new cultures and religions
3. Spain wanted to control the spice trade.
4. The New England Colonies were wealthier than the Middle and Southern Colonies.

Answer 1

The two reasons for Columbus's first voyage from Spain are:

1. He sought to bring back Native Americans for slavery.
2. Spain wanted to control the spice trade.

While other factors were at play, these two points specifically align with motivations for Columbus’s expedition in the context of exploration and economic gain.