Question

Who were the first Europeans to settle in the Americas during the age of exploration?

A.) English

B.) French

C.) Portuguese

D.) Spanish

Answer 1

D. Spanish
The Spanish landing in Mexico and Central America in the 1500's, approximately 100 years before the English arrived.

Answer 2

The Spanish were the first Europeans to settle in the Americas. The conquistadors, driven to find wealth, established colonies and conquered native people.