Adelantados were men used by the Spanish kingdom of Castile to
A. spread the Christian faith throughout regions controlled by Spain.
B. drive the Muslims out of the city of Ceuta.
C. organize and fund raids on the Canary Islands and elsewhere.
D. reclaim the Holy Lands for the Catholic Church.
Answer: C
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