Why did the Spanish and Portuguese launch voyages of exploration?

A.
They wanted to learn more about the cultures of peoples in other parts of the world.

B.
They wanted to study the governments of other countries around the world.

C.
They hoped to establish sea routes to the Indies to make profits from trade.

D.
They were looking for territory where people could settle.

Question

Why did the Spanish and Portuguese launch voyages of exploration?	
 
 A.
They wanted to learn more about the cultures of peoples in other parts of the world.
 
 B.
They wanted to study the governments of other countries around the world.
 
 C.
They hoped to establish sea routes to the Indies to make profits from trade.
 
 D.
They were looking for territory where people could settle.

anonymous · Answer

I think it's a or c...

kyanthedoodle · Answer

I think it's C, so you're right...?

anonymous · Answer

Let me check again

neonumbrella5115 · Answer

Well it's obviously not B.  And I don't think A should be correct because the Spanish and Portuguese didn't bring equipment for learning about things...  I'm torn between C and D....

anonymous · Answer

I'll go towards C thanks guys. :D