Give reasons for Spain and Portugal being the first in the 5th century to venture across the Atlantic.
1. The rulers of both Spain and Portugal had passion for acquiring wealth in the form of gold and treasure for glory and titles.
2. They also wanted to establish colonies in the regions.
3. The Christian Missionaries wanted to venture across the Atlantic.
4. Many Christians wanted to bring people of other lands into the fold of Christianity.
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