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Since 1492 when it was discovered by Columbus.

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October 12, 1492.

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Q: When did the Spanish arrive in Central America?
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What are three possible reasons for the success of the Spanish colonial efforts in Central America and South America as compared to their relative failure in North America.?

The Spanish were the first to arrive in South America. There was much more competition in North America than South America. The French, Dutch and English all had colonies in North America.


Who did the spanish have a relationship with?

With north America central America and south america


What is the official language in almost of Central America?

The official language in most of Central America is Spanish.


What is the most commonly spoken language in Central America?

Spanish is the most commonly spoken language in Central America, due to the region's history of Spanish colonization. It is the official language in all countries in Central America, with the exception of Belize where English is the official language.


How does the Spanish language influence America?

What America? South America? Central America? North America? That is the answer


Why is spanish spoken in Mexico and Central America?

Because Mexico and Central America were once colonies of Spain.


What were the impacts of exploration in 1500s in Central America?

The arrival of Spanish explorers in Central America introduced new diseases, such as smallpox, which killed many people. The Spanish explorers also introduced dairy products to Central America.


What is the major languages of Mexico and central America?

Spanish.


Where were most of the Spanish colonies?

Central and South America


Name a country in Central America that speaks Spanish?

Costa Rica is a country in Central America where Spanish is the official language spoken by the majority of the population.


Did the Spanish established a powerful empire in Central America and south America?

Yes


What is the major language of Central America?

If you mean central North America then it would be English, but if you mean central South America, and Brazil is the most central to the country then I would suggest language of Brazil or even Spanish.