The primary motives of European explorers were economic. The supply of precious metals was finite, and monarchs hoped to find large deposits of gold and silver in the Americas. Aside from the possibility of treasure, the European governments aimed to find a passage through the Americas to Asia.
"<span>D. His efforts to end poverty were hurt by the enormous cost of the war in Vietnam" is true. There were also political push-backs from opponents, however. </span>
Saint Francis of Assissi had a <em>personal experience</em> with God, resulting in his <em>conversion, salvation and a life devoted to serving God</em> and the people in a different way from the traditional church. He practiced what Jesus taught in the Scriptures, in simplicity and sincerity, and he expected that his fellow disciples did the same to spread the gospel. This had a tremendous impact on people's lives.
Colonial unity, an ongoing struggle, was necessary for preserving freedom. It was imperative that the colonies put aside their differences and unite even during the French and Indian War when they were allies with the British.
