In the late fifteenth century, the desire in Europe to look for new lands was spurred in part by
A. the expansion of feudalism.
B. significant population growth.
C. a desire to escape the Black Death.
D. the declining political power of many monarchs.
E. the absence of a merchant class.
Answer: B
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