Question

the encomienda system... (kc 1.5) 13 points replaced african slave labor as the dominant form of labor by the end of the 16th century. created an elaborate caste system in which native laborers were at the bottom of the social pyramid. allowed spaniards to use forced native labor if the spanish landowner \cared\ for the natives, including converting them to christianity. was praised by and replicated by the english as they established their own new world colonies in the 17th century. bartolome de las casas is best known for... (kc 1.6) 12 points instigating popes rebellion establishing the first mission in the new world developing the encomienda system advocating for better treatment of indians

Explanation:

1. The encomienda system in the Spanish - American colonies gave Spanish landowners the right to forced native labor in exchange for providing "care" like religious conversion.
2. Bartolomé de las Casas was a prominent figure who spoke out against the mistreatment of indigenous peoples in the Americas and advocated for their better treatment.

Answer:

1. C. allowed Spaniards to use forced native labor if the Spanish landowner "cared" for the natives, including converting them to Christianity.
2. D. advocating for better treatment of Indians