How Did the Spanish Operate the Encomienda System

question 34

Multiple Choice

How did the Spanish operate the encomienda system?

• A)Spanish conquerors had the right to expropriate land.
• B)Spanish conquerors had the right to demand free labor from the natives.
• C)Spanish conquerors were required to convert the natives to Christianity.
• D)Spanish conquerors were allowed to keep half the gold and silver they mined.
• E)Spanish conquerors were allowed to abuse natives with no government interference.

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