5. Why did the Catholic Church express Interest in the early exploration of the Americas? because Christopher Columbus was Catholic
to strike it rich on gold deposits
they wanted to expand Catholic Church territory
In order to convert Native American populations

Correct answer is In order to convert Native American populations.

Explanation:

Option A is not correct as an individual Columbus was not of a high interest to Church.

Option B is not correct as Church gained its resources through indulgences and other manners.

Option C is not correct as this territories went direct to the countries that colonized them.

Option D is correct as Catholic Church wanted to spread its influence, especially due to Reformation.

pretty sure they split up because of religious conflicts.

in november 1781, john hanson became the first president of the united states in congress assembled, under the articles of confederation. many people have argued that john hanson, and not george washington, was the first president of the united states, but this is not quite true.

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