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Which of the following reasons best explains why Spain wanted to establish new missions in East Texas?

To claim the land for Spain before France could occupy it.

To take advantage of the abundant natural resources such as gold.

To spread the Catholic religion before English Protestants arrived.

To establish a network of roads so that trade would be faster.

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to take advantage of abundant natural resources Sach as gold

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