Multiple choice

Which of the following reflects the Spanish as opposed to the English?

  1. More willing to allow bases for privateers

  2. More interested in establishing and protecting trade network

  3. More motivated by imperial competition with other nations

  4. More likely to be fleeing for political and religious reason
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Spanish colonial model was heavily focused on mercantilism, resource extraction, and establishing trade networks to funnel wealth back to the crown. The English model was more varied, often involving settlement and religious/political refuge.

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