Why did General Butler return slaves from New Orleans to planters that were loyal to the Union and not to the Confederates? [I Need A Straight Foward Answer No Links say "the link has the answer"]

Between 1518 and 1548, spanish conquistadores conquered most of the new world, motivated by the a) desire for scientific knowledge. b)  to urge to claim more territory for spain. c) belief that an all-water western route to the orient existed. d) desire to advance national glory, serve god, and seek personal wealth.

Why is it necessary to obey social norms? write briefly.

Which factor contributed to the rise of african empires such as ghana and mali ? a. their creation and involvement in trade networks b. they focused only on agricultural production. c. they didn’t engage in warfare with other nations d. their geographic location protected them from attacks.