In what ways was Portuguese colonization similar to Spanish colonization? Choose the TWO correct answers.
A. Like the Spanish, the Portuguese exported large amounts of silver.
B. Like the Spanish, the Portuguese conquered earlier empires.
C. Like the Spanish, the Portuguese brought Roman Catholicism.
D. Like the Spanish, the Portuguese had a policy of mercantilism.
B. Like the Spanish, the Portuguese conquered earlier empires.
C. Like the Spanish, the Portuguese brought Roman Catholicism.
The correct answers are B. Like the Spanish, the Portuguese conquered earlier empires, and C. Like the Spanish, the Portuguese brought Roman Catholicism.
To determine the correct answers, let's examine each option and compare Portuguese colonization to Spanish colonization:
A. Like the Spanish, the Portuguese exported large amounts of silver.
This statement is incorrect. The Portuguese focused more on trade and exploration, particularly through their maritime efforts and the establishment of trading posts. They did not have significant silver exports like the Spanish did with their extensive mining operations in the Americas. Therefore, option A is not correct.
B. Like the Spanish, the Portuguese conquered earlier empires.
This statement is true. Both the Portuguese and Spanish established colonies by conquering existing empires or indigenous civilizations. The Portuguese, for example, conquered territories along the coast of Africa, as well as parts of Southeast Asia and South America. Similarly, the Spanish conquered various territories in the Americas. Therefore, option B is correct.
C. Like the Spanish, the Portuguese brought Roman Catholicism.
This statement is true. Both Portuguese and Spanish colonizers were driven by religious motives and sought to spread Roman Catholicism to the territories they occupied. They established missions and converted indigenous populations to Christianity. Therefore, option C is correct.
D. Like the Spanish, the Portuguese had a policy of mercantilism.
This statement is incorrect. While both the Portuguese and Spanish were involved in trade and sought to increase their wealth through colonization, the Portuguese had a different approach to their economic policies. The Portuguese focused more on establishing trading posts and controlling trade routes, while the Spanish implemented a more rigid mercantilist system that involved exploiting resources and establishing strict economic control over their colonies. Therefore, option D is not correct.
In conclusion, the two correct answers are:
- Like the Spanish, the Portuguese conquered earlier empires. (Option B)
- Like the Spanish, the Portuguese brought Roman Catholicism. (Option C)