How did geography assist europeans in their drive to colonize the americas?
a. europeans were able to use the horse, which was at that point unavailable in the americas.
b. europeans had access to obsidian.
c. native americans introduced europeans to gunpowder.
d. europeans needed armor in the colder weather of europe.

Why did many americans want the united states to cuba gain independence from spain? cuba was rich in natural resources, including gold and oil. cuba would provide access to the pacific ocean through a narrow strait. the united states had strong economic ties to cuba. the majority of cubans expressed interest in becom ing a us state.