Question

Which of the following does not describe a way in which the Age of Exploration helped Portugal and Spain establish economic dependence?

They were able to locate their own trade routes and break free from the hold Italy had over foreign trade.

They were able to establish colonies in new lands and claim all the territories riches for themselves.

They received financing from Italy to sponsor voyages that would later bring them riches from new trade routes.

They conquered new territory and had access to new raw materials and products that opened up new markets for the countries.

Answer 1

Key part of the question is the word "DOES NOT" describe a way that help Portugal and Spain establish economic dependence, They had civil wars between them, Portugal did explore and trade was established from the many colonies in multiple new lands. What do you think by reading the question and looking at the answers does Not describe it.

Answer 2

Portugal was exploring and located gold while Spain was still under the declining economic conditions under Italy's influence. From this you should be able to read the question and eliminate almost all. If you are still having problems remember that many new territories were started and trade began to improve conditions. If you need more help answer back and I will go further in depth

Answer 3

thank you!

Answer 4

The answer is C - They received financing from Italy to sponsor voyages that would later bring them riches from new trade routes.