Who was the first known European to explore modern‑day Arizona in search of the “Golden Cities”? A. Juan Ponce de Leon B. Hernando de Soto C. Francisco Pizarro D. Francisco Coronado
Who was the first known European to explore modern‑day Arizona in search of the “Golden Cities”?
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The correct answer is D. Francisco Coronado. He was the first known European to explore modern-day Arizona in the 1540s while searching for the mythical “Seven Cities of Gold.” His expedition traveled through present-day southwestern United States, including Arizona, but ultimately did not find the riches he was seeking.