Chapter 2 Review

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Conversion of American Indians

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Spain hoped to teach them the Christian faith, specifically Catholicism.

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Marco Polo's influence on Spanish exploration

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His descriptions of cities of gold in Asia encouraged Spain to seek riches.

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Spanish explorers' view of new land

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To gain new land was to gain glory for Spain.

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Spanish exploration and the Catholic Church

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Spain aimed to bring the faithless into the light of civilized religions.

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Spanish explorers' approach to new territories

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Eager to claim new lands for Spain, viewing it as gaining glory.

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Spanish explorers' motivation for dangerous voyages

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The pursuit of wealth and new lands drove them to take risks.

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European nations' competition for new lands

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Led to the establishment of empires and exploration.

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Spanish explorers' desire for riches

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Inspired by tales of wealth in Asia and the Americas.

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Spanish explorers' impact on American Indians

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Engaged in war and conversion efforts.

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Spanish explorers' search for new territories

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Part of their goal to expand Spain's empire.