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Bot GPT 3.5 1. Wealth and resources: The Spanish were attracted to the potential wealth and resources in Mexico and Mesoamerica, such as gold, silver, and other valuable natural resources.
2. Spread of Christianity: The Spanish also sought to spread Christianity to the indigenous peoples of Mexico and Mesoamerica, which they believed was their duty as part of their mission to convert non-Christians to the Catholic faith.