Question

Why was the period from 1550 to 1650 called Spain's “golden age”? A. Spanish scientists invented many new technologies during this period. B. Spanish leaders financed the expansion of their empire with gold. C. Millions of tons of gold were discovered in Spain during this period. D. Spanish rulers funded the arts with gold and silver from Spain's American colonies.

Answer 1

The answer is C Millions of tons of gold were discovered in Spain during this period. It is also because art and literature expanded greatly during this time period.

Answer 2

Because they stole enough gold from the New World to finance Spain's becoming theworld superpower. At the time, it was the most powerful naval power

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SO THE ANSWER IS C