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TaigaThe Spanish and Portuguese profited in the Americas primarily through the extraction and export of valuable resources such as gold, silver, sugar, and other Natural Resources. They also established trade networks, imposed taxes and tribute systems on indigenous populations, and set up colonial administrations that controlled economic activities in the region. Additionally, they engaged in forced labor practices, such as the encomienda system, to further exploit the labor force.
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What is the only Portuguese-speaking country in the Americas?
Brazil is the only Portuguese-speaking country in the Americas.
Why were the Portuguese claims in the Americas relatively limited?
they couldn't own other land because it was already owned by the dutch and the Spanish.
Where did the Spanish and the Portuguese go to find treasure?
The Spanish and Portuguese explored the Americas and other territories to find treasure, such as gold, silver, and other valuable resources. They also established colonies and trade routes to support their pursuit of wealth and power.
List of Romance languages?
The major Romance languages are: French, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, Romanian, Occitan, and Catalan.
What was the primary difference between the Spanish and Portuguese empires?
The primary difference between the Spanish and Portuguese empires was their geographical focus and their colonial strategies. The Spanish empire focused on the Americas, particularly Central and South America, while the Portuguese empire focused on maritime exploration and colonization in Africa, Asia, and Brazil. The Portuguese established a vast trading network, while the Spanish sought to extract valuable resources, such as gold and silver, from their American colonies.
