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When the Spanish arrived in the Island of Cozumel in Quintana Roo, Mexico in 1519, they were exposed to many new foods, minerals, and an entirely different culture that was presented by the indigenous natives called the Aztecs. However, the element that the Spanish found in North America that caused the fall of Tenochtitlan leading to the conquest of all of Mesoamerica, and a virtual genocide of its people was GOLD.
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What is the translation of North America in Spanish?
North America in Spanish is: Norte America.
What spanish food is eaten in north America?
There are SO many different "Spanish" foods in North America. To the South of North America are all of the "Spanish" countries.
Was John Cabot the second to find America?
No. He was late to the party. The Spanish were in North America and South America before the English.
Why is North America called Anglo America?
its North America but in Spanish i think
The only spanish speaking country in north America?
Mexico is the only Spanish-speaking country in North America.
Which of the following was not a reason why the Spanish established missions in north America?
to expand spanish settlement in north america
Why did spanish explorers hope to find in north America?
Spanish explorers hoped to find wealth, such as gold and other valuable resources, in North America. They also sought to establish new trade routes and expand the Spanish Empire's territory. Additionally, they were driven by religious motivations to spread Christianity among the indigenous populations.
Which groupfirst claimed land in north America french or German or spanish?
The Spanish were the first to claim land in North America.
Where were Spanish colonies?
North America
WHAT ARE THE THE MOST COMMON LANGUAGES IN NORTH AMERICA?
The most common languages in North America are English, Spanish, and French.
Who did the spanish have a relationship with?
With north America central America and south america
When the Spanish explorers arrived in North America during the the early 1500s who did they find first?
the met the Indians or Native American in the north east
