Question

which explorer sought wealth but found the mississippi river?
hernando de soto
juan ponce de león
francisco vázquez de coronado

Explanation:

Hernando de Soto was an explorer who sought wealth and is credited with the discovery of the Mississippi River. Francisco Vázquez de Coronado also sought wealth but is associated with other expeditions in the Southwest. Juan Ponce de León is known for searching for the Fountain of Youth.

Answer:

C. Hernando de Soto