What played a major part in reigniting Britain's waning interest for American conquest in the late 1500s?
a. popular literature selling the Americas
b. France's exploration of North America
c. government propaganda
d. the sudden increase in Spain's wealth
Answer: a. popular literature selling the Americas
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