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What was Spain's primary motive in colonizing North America?

A. To engage in the fur trade with the Pueblos in the Southeast
B. To secure its colonies in the south from invasion by France and England
C. To spread the Protestant faith among the native tribes
D. To establish a sea route between Africa and the Caribbean for the slave trade



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Final answer:

Spain colonized North America primarily to secure trade routes for valuable commodities such as gold and silver.


Explanation:

Spain's primary motive in colonizing North America was to secure trade routes for lucrative commodities. Spain was primarily interested in obtaining gold and silver mines that funded its empire-building aspirations. The Spanish government controlled economic activities, ensuring only raw materials were exported to Spain and finished goods imported.


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