True or False: Determine if each sentence is true or false as you read. - Central America was largely ignored in the Spanish Empire because they didn't have as many natural resources and its natives were fierce warriors.

Historically, this statement is somewhat misleading. While Central America had its share of challenges in terms of resources compared to other regions like Mexico or Peru, it was not entirely ignored by the Spanish Empire. The area had rich agricultural lands, and the indigenous populations, including the Maya, were indeed fierce and complex societies. The Spanish often sought to conquer and assimilate these regions for their wealth, but they faced stiff resistance. Additionally, the Spanish Empire did exploit Central America for its resources, such as cacao and timber, which contributed to the colonial economy. Many cities and settlements were established as the Spanish sought to control trade routes and resources, demonstrating that Central America was very much a part of their colonial ambitions.