What commodity was considered "soft gold" in early modern commerce?
a. furs
b. spices
c. silver
d. textiles
Answer: a. furs
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A) Missionaries travelled globally to spread the word of God, gaining many converts. B) The halt of the Ottomans in Europe was brought about by the vast wealth coming from the Americas to strengthen militaries and advance technology. C) Stronger navies allowed for the conquest of Ottoman controlled ports (like those in Greece) to be taken over by Christians. D) The silver mines of Peru financed Spanish armies and navies to colonize and Christianize across the globe. E) All of these