Question

1. what was the impact of the presidios on the spread of spanish influence in the new world?

a. they enforced spanish rule and protected missions from external threats
b. they were primarily trading posts
c. they were used exclusively for religious ceremonies
d. they served as diplomatic centers for negotiations with indigenous tribes

Explanation:

Presidios in the New World were military forts. Their main role was to enforce Spanish colonial rule and safeguard religious missions (like Catholic missions) from external dangers such as rival European powers or indigenous groups that might oppose Spanish influence. Trading posts were more like 'tiendas' or other commercial - focused establishments. Religious ceremonies were mainly held in missions. And while there might have been some interaction with indigenous tribes near presidios, their primary function was not as diplomatic centers for negotiations.

Answer:

A. They enforced Spanish rule and protected missions from external threats