In 1556, Pedro Menéndez de Avilés established a mission and fort on Saint Catherine's Island, Georgia. Spanish explorers came to Georgia in search of new land. They brought with them their system of government and religion. They set up missions and tried to convert the Native American people. According to the passage above, what impact did the Spanish have upon Native Americans already living in Georgia?

A. They tried to change their culture and beliefs.
B. They encouraged them to search for new land.
C. They introduced the concept of religion.