Why was New Mexico important to the Spaniards? a.
New Mexico provided water to the southern neighbors.
b.
New Mexico was a defensive buffer between New Spain and other explorers.
c.
New Mexico produced crops and goods desired in Mexico.
d.
New Mexico was important because the friars had mined so much gold

Enlightenment thinkers most contributed to the development of whichpolitical idea? a. religious leaders should play the largest role in establishing asociety's laws.b. democratic governments have the responsibility to protect humanrights.c. criminals must be punished harshly if a society is to maintainorder.d. written constitutions place unnecessary restrictions ongovernments' powers.