Which options accurately describe why Portugal sought to explore the west coast of Africa in the 15th century?
Select all that apply.
to trade for African slaves
to spread Islam
to trade for spices and gold
to spread Judaism
a and c i think
To determine the accurate options, let's break down the reasons why Portugal sought to explore the west coast of Africa in the 15th century.
1. To trade for African slaves: This is an accurate option. Portugal explored the west coast of Africa to establish trade routes and engage in the slave trade. African slaves were captured and transported to Europe and the Americas to work on plantations and in mines.
2. To spread Islam: This is not an accurate option. While the spread of Islam did occur in some regions during the 15th century, Portugal's primary motivations were not related to the spread of Islam.
3. To trade for spices and gold: This is an accurate option. One of the primary motivations for Portugal's exploration was to establish direct trade routes with Africa for valuable goods such as spices and gold.
4. To spread Judaism: This is not an accurate option. Portugal's exploration was mainly driven by economic reasons, not religious aims such as the spread of Judaism.
Therefore, the accurate options are "to trade for African slaves" and "to trade for spices and gold."