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Why was the capture of Majorca by James I of Aragon significant to the success of the Reconquista?
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Responses
It was the capital of Muslim Spain.
It was the capital of Muslim Spain.
Muslim rulers had fled there upon defeat by Christian armies.
Muslim rulers had fled there upon defeat by Christian armies.
It was well located for shipping and trade.
It was well located for shipping and trade.
Spanish ruler Isabella was from there.
The correct answer is:
It was well located for shipping and trade.
The capture of Majorca by James I of Aragon was significant to the success of the Reconquista because it provided the Christian armies with a strategically located port that allowed them to control shipping routes and conduct trade in the Mediterranean Sea. This helped to weaken the Muslim forces in the region, ultimately contributing to the overall Christian reconquest of Spain.