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What was Pedro Sarmiento de Gamboa's primary motivation for exploring the Strait of Magellan?

  • Scientific research

  • Establishing trade routes

  • Searching for gold

  • Securing the route against piracy

Answer

Pedro Sarmiento de Gamboa's primary motivation for exploring the Strait of Magellan was to secure the route against piracy, particularly English privateers. By mapping the strait and establishing settlements, he aimed to strengthen Spain's control over this important maritime passage.
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