Which statements describe the main reasons for the European exploration of the New World?
Select the two correct answers.
A. European countries wanted to increase their country's wealth and power by exploiting natural
resources.
B. European kings wanted to convert Native people by spreading the religion of Judaism.
C. There was a desire to control other cities in Europe such as Rome and Athens.
D. Empires in Europe had a population boom and needed to expand to encompass new territory
E. European countries wanted to increase their country's wealth and power by finding new routes
for trading
11. Which of the following people is considered the founder of New Orleans?