Question

After the initial conquest of the New World, which of the following BEST describes how the Spanish government established and maintained order in New Spain?

• A. Viceroys, a strict hierarchy, and the Catholic Church were used to subdue native populations
• B. The conquistadors continued their roles as centralized authority figures in New Spain
• C. The Catholic Church was the sole political and culture authority over native populations
• D. A single, centralized political structure developed as to provide easy direct contact with Spain
• E. Spain emulated the new political structures developed by the British and the French in the North America

Answer 1

The correct option is A Viceroys, a strict hierarchy, and the Catholic Church were used to subdue native populations

Viceroys, a strict hierarchy, and the Catholic Church were used to subdue native populations.