Question

which explorer sought wealth but found the mississippi river?
hernando de soto
juan ponce de león
francisco vázquez de coronado

Explanation:

Hernando de Soto was a Spanish explorer. He led expeditions in search of wealth (such as gold). During his travels in what is now the southeastern United States, he came across the Mississippi River. Juan Ponce de León is known for his search related to the "Fountain of Youth" and exploration of Florida. Francisco Vázquez de Coronado was mainly focused on exploring the southwestern parts of what is now the United States in search of the "Seven Cities of Gold" but not associated with the discovery of the Mississippi River.

Answer:

Hernando de Soto