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What was the main way Charles V and Philip II maintained Spanish power in Europe?

A.
by making treaties with neighboring countries

B.
by avoiding involvement in other countries' affairs

C.
by waging war against their enemies***

D.
by creating an alliance with the Ottoman empire

my answers C

And also I have another question that needs to be checked,

Under Peter the Great, Russia fought Sweden and gained access to the Baltic sea . Catherine the Great further expanded Russia by fighting the Ottoman empire to gain access to the black sea .

is this correct?

can someone give answers for the practice? my social studies class is EXTREMELY difficult and i cant find some of the answers in the text

Your answer, C. by waging war against their enemies, is correct!

Charles V and Philip II, both rulers of the Spanish Empire, maintained Spanish power in Europe primarily by waging wars against their enemies. They actively pursued expansionist policies and fought numerous military campaigns to establish Spanish dominance in Europe.

To arrive at this answer, you could have analyzed the historical context of Charles V and Philip II's reigns and their strategies for maintaining power. By understanding the actions and policies of these rulers, you would have recognized that they relied on military strength and aggressive warfare to achieve their objectives. Therefore, option C is the most appropriate choice.

Remember, when answering historical questions, it's crucial to study and understand the background and actions of the individuals or events in question. This will help you make an informed and accurate decision.

The first one is correct i am not sure about your second answer