Colonization

Question 3 • (Bergold)WCA 2130 US History 1 1st nine weeks 26-27

Which statement best explains why England established colonies in North America?

Answer

Spain had gained wealth and power from its colonies, and England hoped to do so as well.

American Indians were offering to trade with England so they could gain raw materials, such as furs.

England was at war with Spain and wanted to attack the Spanish colonies in Central America and the Caribbean.

New France had begun to weaken, and England saw an opportunity to secure that territory and its resources.

Explanation

Spain’s colonies brought wealth and power through resources and trade, encouraging England to establish colonies of its own. Choice A states this motive directly. The other choices describe narrower circumstances or goals, rather than the broader reason England sought colonies in North America.

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