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1 What is one reason England established

colonies in America?
A England needed the extra land to solve their
overcrowding problem.
B England wanted a trade monopoly on all
goods from their colonies.
C England wanted a guaranteed source of gold
and precious metals.
D England needed a new market for its raw
materials

User Varesh
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England wanted to get precious materials like gold and they would also settle for any materials like lumber, so the awnser is C. But the Virginia company lied to everyone promising gold when there was none. :( lol
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Answer:

C

Step-by-step explanation:

Because they were competing with other European countries like Spain and France, and needed a reliable source of resources and wealth.

I hope this is correct and helps you out :)

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