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Because these represented unknown, undeveloped lands that had no large populations or industry. The Americas had great potential for agriculture, mining, and other types of commercial developments. The Native Americans, isolated from the more developed areas of Europe and Asia, did not have the same level of technology, and did not own and use the land in the same way as Europeans did.
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When did the Europeans explore latin America?
during the 16th centuray
Why were the colonies founded what caused Europeans to explore America?
The colonies were founded to search for gold and other riches, and expansion of power.
What made Europeans eager to explore the world?
they wanted to explore land?
How did the Europeans explore the New World?
The Europeans explored the New World with ships.
Why did the Europeans explore different territories?
For wealth.
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