Asked by Brittney Crookshanks on May 19, 2024
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What steps did the Mexicans take to reduce the influence of the Catholic Church in North America?
A) They sent the missionaries back to Spain.
B) They replaced the missions with forts.
C) They destroyed Catholic Churches.
D) They secularized the missions.
Catholic Church
An institution central to Christianity, with the Pope as its spiritual leader, overseeing doctrine, liturgy, and spiritual guidance for its adherents.
Secularized
Transformed from religious or spiritual significance to a state of being more related to the secular or worldly aspects.
- Recognize the influence of Mexican policies and battles on the territorial and cultural landscape of North America.
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Cloui Marie BenitoMay 24, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The Mexicans secularized the missions as a step to reduce the influence of the Catholic Church in North America. This process involved transferring the administration and properties from the church to the secular government.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the influence of Mexican policies and battles on the territorial and cultural landscape of North America.