Voltaire's strongest belief was his belief in free will, the power of empirical science and a separation of church and state.
Answer:
1. He heard of Christopher Columbus and wanted his own fame and fortune
2. Cortés heard of the gold and treasure in Aztecs and wanted to conquer them and take there treasure to Spain
C is the best and correct answer for sure I am positive
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It was a way of communication about the war to the Americans. I hope this helps!