How Is New Spain in the Late 17th Century and Early

question 38

Multiple Choice

How is New Spain in the late 17th century and early 18th  century viewed?

• A)It was viewed with cautious optimism.
• B)It was viewed as a place of constant disturbance and rebellion.
• C)It was viewed as a time of reconciliation and rebirth.
• D)It was viewed as being in a period of decline and stagnation.
• E)It was viewed as an area with strong growth.

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