During the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, English seafarers were often involved in attacks on Spanish treasure ships and on trading settlements in the Americas. These were carried out with Queen Elizabeth I’s encouragement, in an attempt to weaken the power of Spain rather than capture the empire. England’s main concern was the threat of invasion by Spain, and after the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588, England could feel secure. Gradually England started to look to expand her own empire in North America, leaving South America to Spain and Portugal.
 
        
                    
             
        
        
        
It was a lot smarter in there war techniques
        
                    
             
        
        
        
It's either the 2nd or 3rd choice. ( Try the 2nd)
 
        
                    
             
        
        
        
I believe it is B, as scientific discoveries did cause many to question their faith.