History of North America

List 3 reasons why an explorer might have come to America?

Economic opportunities: The Americas offered abundant resources, including gold, silver, and fertile land, which attracted European explorers seeking wealth and prosperity.

Religious freedom: Many explorers were motivated by a desire to escape religious persecution and establish new colonies where they could practice their faith freely.

Scientific discovery: Explorers were also driven by a thirst for knowledge and a desire to explore and document the uncharted territories of the Americas.