Question

What European countries initially prospered from trade with the Americas?

Answer 1

Answer:

These countries included Spain, France, the Netherlands, and England

Explanation:

Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer. He was hired by Spain's king and queen to find a fast sailing route to Asia. In 1492, he landed on an island in the Caribbean Sea. He thought it was India, but he was wrong. He called this land the "New World." Soon, many other European countries were fighting to control these new lands. Each country wanted wealth and power. However, each had different reasons for colonization.