Answer:
a. To extend their power
b. To gain more influence around the world
d. to discover new wealth
Step-by-step explanation:
In the 15th Century, when Portuguese began to colonize Atlanic Islands, it opened a gateway for Europeans to explore and expand. This period is also known as the Age of Exploration or Age of Discovery.
During this age, Europeans vigorously began to explore for the New World and expand it's territory and power. Though this idea of exploration and expansion was inaugurated by Portuguese, but it was eclipsed by Spanish, making it the dominant European power. The reason for exploring was to gain more influence around the world by spreading their Christian beliefs in their colonies and to discover new wealth.
The reason of such discoveries was also motivated to discover new trade routes to Asian Market which will gain them new wealth as well as recognition.
The reason for this competition between Spain and Portugal were:
- Extension of their power
- Gain more influence around the world
- And, discover new wealth.
These were the reasons which motivated Spain to compete with Portugal.
Thus the correct options are A, B, and D.