Portuguese sailors began exploring the west African coast in the late 1400s, eventually finding a sea route to the East Indies. Other nations such as Spain explored the Western Hemisphere, searching for a different route for the Indies.

What was the main motivation Europeans had for reaching the East Indies?
A.
to spread Christianity to the Asian continent
B.
to discover new lands in the Eastern Hemisphere
C.
to search for sources of gold and silver
D.
to find a new route for the spice trade