to reach the East Indies more quickly
Most likely
Christopher Columbus wanted to find a new water route to Asia. He thought that he could sail west across the Atlantic Ocean, instead of around Africa. Spain agreed to fund his voyage because the new sea route would help Spain compete with Portugal.
BTW WEST INDIES IS UNDERNEATH ASIA (same thing)
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D.) taking a diplomatic or legislative action to force the European powers to negotiate with the United States
The electoral college was formed for the people to vote, so I would say that it is a form of indirect democracy, because the people make the decision by voting but they do not make their decision directly.
The answer you are looking for is option B I hope this helps you.
The climate along the equator in Africa is Hot or tropical
