Question

the most important motivation for English government to explore and settle the new lands in the 17th century was

Answer 1

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The people in England felt oppressed and couldn't worship God freely. They moved to the New World (America) so they could worship God freely and not have to worry about getting thrown into prison.

Answer 2

Wealth.

Step-by-step explanation:

The principal motivation was economical, Europe nations knew that the one who settled America, was going to be powerful. That's why wars arrive for this territory. Settling in the Americas meant that territories and their resources were going to serve to the crown, giving them more resources to maintain their governance.