Question

question 17 of 20 : select the best answer for the question. 17. spanish explorers who used military force against indigenous peoples while looking for wealth were called
a. conquistadors.

b. knights.

c. mercenaries.

d. bourgeoisie.

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Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Conquistadors were Spanish explorers who used military force against indigenous peoples in the Americas while seeking wealth (like gold).
• Option B: Knights were medieval European warriors, not related to Spanish exploration of indigenous lands for wealth.
• Option C: Mercenaries are soldiers hired for money, not specifically Spanish explorers with the described mission.
• Option D: Bourgeoisie refers to the middle class, especially in a capitalist context, not related to this exploration role.

So the correct answer is the one that matches the description of Spanish explorers using military force for wealth.

Answer:

A. conquistadors.