Portugal was the first European country to start exploring, passed the tip of Africa and they colonized South America.
D. Expand trade with Africa and Southeast Asia.
He really did not want to become president. He was put into the position because an overwhelming majority of people wanted him to be the leader. He stepped down after 8 years and winning two elections even though he was not required to. This action set a tradition that Presidents followed all the way up until FDR, stepping down after two terms.
A. the french
they didnt spread religions
