Answer:
A. to find riches
C. to spread Christianity
Explanation:
The conquest of America was the process of exploration, conquest, and settlement in the New World carried out by Spain and Portugal in the 16th century, and in which other European powers subsequently participated, after Christopher Columbus discovered America in 1492. The Conquest gave place to very powerful colonial and colonial regimes, which resulted in the cultural assimilation of most indigenous populations, and their submission to the laws of the conquering powers.
The riches of America allowed all of Europe to grow, not just Spain and Portugal. The Conquest led to the importation of new agricultural products in Europe such as tomatoes, corn, potatoes or cocoa, products that also had a great impact on the economy and the European habits of other continents.
The main reasons why the Spanish started the Age of exploration were:
-First, they were looking for riches, mainly gold and silver, because it was the basis of the wealth of nations. They were also looking for alternative routes to get access to Eastern markets to get spices since the Silk Road was closed off by the Ottomans.
-Second, to spread Christianity. Missionaries went to the newly discovered lands in the Americas in order to spread the Christian messages among the native American people.
