Which of These Steps Was/were Most Important to the Spanish

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of these steps was/were most important to the Spanish when establishing their presence in California?

• A) the displacement of Native American populations
• B) roads between California and their other colonies
• C) the creation of missions and presidos
• D) agriculture through forced labor
• E) keeping the British from settling on their territory

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English Auction

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