Identify the europeans' motives for exploring the world. then, explain how european exploration and trade changed the new world. in 2-3 sentences if possible

One of the most important motives were to expand their power and gain adherents to Christianity. The economic exchange and the search for gold and silver were some of the main reasons.

these explorations brought as a consequence, the creation of new routes, the resurgence of the urban life and of the commerce with the appearance of the Banks.

I believe the answer to that is A. (protection)