Question

Which statement best explains how the Catholic Church benefited from the journeys Columbus made to the Americas? The Catholic Church
gained an understanding and tolerance for other religions.
expanded its own beliefs and traditions.
gained followers by forcibly converting American Indians.
became richer accepting gifts upon return to Europe.

Answer 1

Answer:

C) Gained followers by forcibly converting American Indians

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

The Catholic Church benefited from the journeys Columbus made to the Americas by gaining more followers.

Explanation:

Soon after Columbus found the New world, some of the first Europeans arrived along with many Catholic priests. Their job was to forcibly convert all the native peoples to the Catholic faith.