As a result of a 1493 decree by the Pope,Portugal acquired which modern-day South American country?
A)Peru
B)Columbia
C)Brazil
D)Chile
E)Argentina

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The 1493 decree by Pope Alexander VI divided the unexplored world between Spain and Portugal. The line of Demarcation was established at 46 degrees 37 minutes west of Greenwich. Everything east of the line was to be controlled by Portugal, while everything west of the line was to be controlled by Spain. Brazil was within the eastern portion, which was awarded to Portugal.

As a Result of a 1493 Decree by the Pope,Portugal