What are some possible reasons why the king decided to allow the portuguese to begin trading?

Which statement describes the influence of elizabeth i on england? a. her great inherited wealth made requesting funds from parliament rarely necessary, which minimized conflicts. b. her skillful use of personal advisers to communicate her wishes to parliament promoted stability. c. her clever secret diplomacy and many successful wars made her popular with the english people. d. her continuing support of english explorers in the americas brought in vast supplies of silver and gold.

During world war ii, which battle was the first significant us victory in the pacific?

Can someone answer these question about vasco de gama for me: when? (when did he started his travel)from where & to where? (from where he was and then where he went to)motives? (what was his motives for traveling)accomplishments & discoveries? i will give you 15 star for answering all of these, you so much.