This is B, the united states is divided into two separate systems: the Federal and State court systems.
Hernan Cortes is the explorer not correctly matched with his region. He did not explore western South America, but instead explored Mexico. He fought in Mexico and led the downfall of the Aztec Empire. For this, he received a high-ranking medal and this helped him move up as a noble of a better level in the social ranking. He also used the tactics of being friends with some indigenous groups versus others. He brought large parts of Mexico under the Spanish Castille rule.
Because it would be easier to pass without the southern states before they would be restored to the union.
The politician who introduced the term "Iron Curtain" was Winston Churchill.