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What were the main motivations for European exploration during the Age of Exploration?

• Desire for wealth, spreading Christianity, and gaining glory

• Desire for scientific knowledge and cultural exchange

• Desire for military conquest and political alliances

• Desire for adventure and personal fame

Which European country was among the first to arrive in the Americas and was motivated by the search for gold and the spread of Christianity?

• Spain

• France

• Portugal

• England

What was the primary focus of French explorers in North America?

• Fur trade and friendly relations with Native American tribes

• Conquest of large areas in Central and South America

• Establishing colonies on the eastern coast

• Navigating the African coast

What was the main goal of Portuguese explorers along the African coast?

• Searching for a sea route to India and the spice trade

• Establishing colonies in North America

• Conquering large territories in Africa

• Spreading Christianity among indigenous peoples

What were some of the significant changes in the lives of indigenous peoples due to European exploration?

• Introduction of new goods, animals, and technologies

• Complete eradication of indigenous cultures

• Immediate and total cooperation with Europeans

• Uninterrupted peace and harmony