Question

5. Why did the Catholic Church express Interest in the early exploration of the Americas?

because Christopher Columbus was Catholic
to strike it rich on gold deposits
they wanted to expand Catholic Church territory
In order to convert Native American populations

Answer 1

Correct answer is In order to convert Native American populations.

Step-by-step explanation:

Option A is not correct as an individual Columbus was not of a high interest to Church.

Option B is not correct as Church gained its resources through indulgences and other manners.

Option C is not correct as this territories went direct to the countries that colonized them.

Option D is correct as Catholic Church wanted to spread its influence, especially due to Reformation.