Which of the following was the most important enhancing factor of the European expansion in the 1400s? A. Improvements in navigation and sailing OB. The expansion of territories by empires C. Improvements in biological sciences OD. The Spanish and Portuguese rivalry QUESTION 5 Colonization was an important feature of European expansion. Which of the following was NOT a catalyst for colonization? A. Hunger and poverty OB. Technological advancement C. Economic growth OD. Reformation wars QUESTION 6 We discussed the characteristics of the modern state. Which of the following is a feature of the modern state? O A. Empire boundaries B. Disloyalty of flora and fauna C. Common goals shared by all member states of the United Nations OD. Government