Question

In the 1600s and 1700s, Europeans established themselves in the West Indies to

Answer 1

Answer:

Option: search for precious metals and to grow crops such as coffee.

Explanation:

During the 17th century, Europeans were searching for gold and silver reserves in the West Indies. The people who left England between 1607 and 1700 established themselves in the West Indies.  Most of the settlers who came to settle in the West Indies relied on plantations, growing tobacco,  coffee, and sugar. Slavery practised in the West Indies because of their body structure, which made them able to work for long hours in harsh weather conditions.  Slaves were also cheaper compare to the indentured labours as they were part of the contract system.