14. Simon Bolivar, Jose de San Martin, and Toussaint I'Ouverture were important individuals in Latin America history because they were-9C A. Active in converting Native Americans to Christianity B influential Enlightenment thinkers C. Conquerors of pre-Columbian Empires D. Leaders in the struggle for independence

## Step 1<br />The question is asking us to identify the role of Simon Bolivar, Jose de San Martin, and Toussaint I'Ouverture in Latin American history. <br /><br />## Step 2<br />We need to consider each of the options provided and determine which one best fits the historical roles of these individuals.<br /><br />## Step 3<br />Option A suggests that these individuals were active in converting Native Americans to Christianity. However, there is no historical evidence to support this claim.<br /><br />## Step 4<br />Option B suggests that these individuals were influential Enlightenment thinkers. While they may have been influenced by Enlightenment ideas, this does not accurately describe their primary roles in history.<br /><br />## Step 5<br />Option C suggests that these individuals were conquerors of pre-Columbian Empires. This is not accurate, as these individuals were not involved in the conquest of pre-Columbian Empires.<br /><br />## Step 6<br />Option D suggests that these individuals were leaders in the struggle for independence. This is accurate, as Simon Bolivar, Jose de San Martin, and Toussaint I'Ouverture were all key figures in the Latin American wars of independence.