Question

Columbus states that he "unfurled the king's standard." Columbus made sure to tell the king he flew the king's flag in order to ?

A. illustrate how he loves Spain
B. show his priorities after he landed
C. show his loyalty to the king
D. Explain the chronology of his actions

Answer 1

He wanted to show his loyalty to the king.
I mean, yeah, he did love Spain but ultimately, he wanted to show respect and his loyalty to his king.