Philip II of Spain was motivated to launch the Spanish Armada against England because he
a) wanted to avenge the execution of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots.
b) sought to reinforce the Anglicans against England’s Presbyterians and Congregationalists.
c) wanted to force open English ports to Spanish goods.
d) sought to prevent the establishment of English colonies in Virginia.
Answer: a
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