Which of the Following Was an Incentive for the Portuguese

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was an incentive for the Portuguese to find a direct sea route to Asia?

• A) To circumvent the Muslim and Venetian monopolies on the trade in Eastern goods
• B) To establish colonies for their growing population and create markets for their goods
• C) To continue the Crusades in Asia and Pacific Oceania
• D) To establish a base on the eastern end of the Silk Road

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