Question

what was the social status of the criollos in spanish colonial society? they held a relatively high status and had some influence in society. they held the lowest social status and faced intense discrimination. they were at the very top of the social hierarchy.

Explanation:

In Spanish colonial society, Criollos were ethnic - Spanish born in Latin America. They were below the Peninsulares (Spaniards born in Spain) but above other groups like Mestizos and those of African descent. They held a relatively high status and had influence in economic, political, and cultural spheres, though not at the very top of the social hierarchy.

Answer:

They held a relatively high status and had some influence in society.