Which of the following could be seen as an example of a cultural achievement of the Portuguese maritime empire? (1 poin
• The Portuguese built large cities that became capitals of the nations they overtook with the use of gunpowder.
• The Portuguese spread Christianity with great success, winning over the favor of rulers in China.
Portuguese trade introduced some New World crops through the Columbian Exchange.
• The Portuguese monopolized the Indian Ocean trade routes for over a century.