Which of these were reasons for Columbus’s first voyage from Spain? Select all that apply.
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Spain wanted to discover new cultures and religions.
He went in search of an easier route to Asia.
He sought to bring back Native Americans for slavery.
Spain wanted to control the spice trade.
He went in search of an easier route to Asia.
The two applicable reasons for Columbus's first voyage from Spain are:
1. He went in search of an easier route to Asia.
2. Spain wanted to control the spice trade.
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The correct answers are:
- He went in search of an easier route to Asia.
- Spain wanted to control the spice trade.
To determine which of these were reasons for Columbus's first voyage from Spain, we can analyze each option:
1. Spain wanted to discover new cultures and religions.
This statement is not a documented reason for Columbus's first voyage. The main goal of his expedition was to find a new, western trade route to Asia, not to explore new cultures or religions. Therefore, this option is not applicable.
2. He went in search of an easier route to Asia.
This statement is a valid reason for Columbus's first voyage. One of the main motivations behind his journey was to find a shorter and more direct trade route to Asia by sailing westward. Therefore, this option is applicable.
3. He sought to bring back Native Americans for slavery.
While Columbus did engage in the subjugation and mistreatment of indigenous peoples during his later voyages, his initial objective was not to bring back Native Americans for slavery. Columbus initially intended to establish trade relations and find valuable resources, not specifically to enslaving indigenous peoples. Therefore, this option is not applicable.
4. Spain wanted to control the spice trade.
Although the control of trade was a goal for many European countries at the time, it is not specifically identified as a reason for Columbus's first voyage. While it ultimately contributed to Spain's ambitions in the long term, Columbus's primary objective was to establish a new trade route to Asia. Therefore, this option is not applicable.
In summary, the reasons for Columbus's first voyage from Spain included his desire to find an easier route to Asia. Bringing back Native Americans for slavery and Spain's aspiration to control the spice trade were not primary objectives during his initial journey.