Question

Portugal used the same system in both the Indian Ocean and Brazil: it took control of key port cities, taxed local merchants, took a cut of the profits on items that moved through the port, and did not interfere with the flow of goods.

Answer 1

Answer:

False

Explanation:

The purpose of Portugal establishing colonies and trading ports in the different region differ from one another. Portuguese got introduced with spices through the Silk Road. Spices were luxury items for Europeans because they were expensive and considered as equal to gold. As Vasco da Gama reached India in 1498, their purpose in the Indian Ocean became to ensure the monopoly of the spice trade.

Portugal entered into exploring the New World after receiving a Papal Bull from Pope to establish a colony and generate wealth for the Empire. Portuguese motivated through glory, economy, and religion.