Question

Which event propelled England to become a major colonial power?

Answer 1

Sir Francis Drake's looting of Spanish colonies in 1577

the Protestant Reformation in England in the 1530s

John Cabot's expedition to Newfoundland in 1497

England's victory over the Spanish fleet in 1588

Answer 2

The event which propelled England to become a major colonial power is known as Glorious Revolution.

- In the late 15th century there was a huge chaos in the European areas which rose due to flashbacks of Caribbeans.

- Further in 1588 England conquered a huge victory over the Spanish fleet.

- The incident states that Sir Francis Drake had captured a Spanish ship which lead to their victory.

- This was the main reason which lead to the rise of colonial power amongst the Europeans.