Which of the following was NOT a reason why early European explorers came to America?
(1 point)
a) To find new trade routes to Asia
b) To spread Christianity
c) To establish permanent colonies for European nations
d) To escape religious persecution in Europe
d) To escape religious persecution in Europe
One potential reason why early European explorers did not come to America could be:
1) To establish trade routes with Asia: Early European explorers, such as Christopher Columbus, embarked on voyages in search of new trade routes to Asia. They hoped to bypass the traditional Silk Road, which was controlled by the Ottoman Empire, and gain direct access to valuable goods like spices and silk. However, this reason does not explain why they came to America.