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Conquest of the Americas — Quiz

Question 3 • World History

When a nation conquers and settles another country for its own benefit, this practice is called

Answer
A
the encomienda system.
B
the mission system.
C
colonization.
D
assimilation.

Explanation

Colonization is the practice of conquering or settling another country or territory to benefit the conquering nation. The encomienda and mission systems were specific colonial institutions, while assimilation means adopting another culture’s customs.

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