Question

What are the two primary reasons why Europeans first settled in America?

Answer 1

Well, this is debatable but in my opinion the two primary reasons were

1. To escape religious persecution

and

2. To try and obtain wealth by farming and exploiting other resources the Americas had to offer.

Answer 2

To gain money from land/ recources and to avoid religious persicutions. Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any questions :)