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1
Hudson explored area I & Columbus explored area II. What obstacle did Hudson
MOST LIKELY
face that Columbus did not?
extremely cold weather
hot and rainy conditions
lack of food supplies
long overseas journeys
2
Which of the following statements about French explorer Jacques Cartier is correct?
He claimed the entire Mississippi River valley for France and named the reg
He searched for the northwest passage and discovered the St.Lawrence River
He traveled South from Lake Michigan and discovered the Mississippi River
He explored the lands of eastern Canada and created the city of Quebec
3
How did American Indians get many of the things they needed after meeting European colonists?
They grew them.
They hunted for them
They traded for them
They gathered them
4
Which statement
BEST
explains why Vasco Núñez de Balboa traveled across the isthmus of Panama?
to locate an ocean to the West that he could claim for Spain
to trade Spanish goods with Native tribes living on the other side.
to reach North America before his rival explorer, Christopher Columbus
to conquer the American Indians living there and start a new colony
5
Based on the map and your knowledge of social studies, what geographic obstacle did de Soto face on his journey?
crossing the Rocky Mountains
crossing the Great Plains
crossing the Mississippi River
crossing the Arctic tundra
6
Jacques Cartier explored the New World in the name of which country?
Portugal
France
England
Spain
7
Which of the following is the
BEST
title for this list?
Reasons for Native American Protections
Reasons for Exploration
Reasons for American Independence
Reasons for Trade
8
What was the main goal of Spain's explorations starting with Columbus during the Age of Discovery?
Gaining glory and fame throughout the world
Making friends in an effort to take over the world
Discovering new land and resources for spain
Capturing slaves to serve the Spanish empire
9
Based on the map, what
MOST LIKELY
caused Hudson's crew to turn against him on their final voyage?
heavy rain and tropical diseases
extreme heat and dry weather
icebergs and very cold weather
hurricanes and powerful storms
10
What was one reason that many Spanish explorers traveled to North America?
They wanted to learn about the religions followed by American Indians.
They wanted to spread Christianity to people who lived in the area.
They wanted to find a place to practice their religions freely.
They wanted to visit places they read about in their holy books.
11
Why was it difficult for early European explorers to plan their journeys to the Americas
They could not build big enough ships to hold all of their supplies.
They had to pay for their ships and supplies by themselves.
They did not have the skills needed to find food on their voyages.
They did not have maps that could show them where to go.
12
What was a major source of conflict between American Indians and the Europeans who colonized North America?
Most Europeans refused to trade with American Indians.
Most Europeans refused to join the American Indian religions.
Most American Indians believed that the land could not be owned by anyone.
Most Indians believed that Europeans wanted to control the fur trade.
13
What did the Europeans bring over that helped the Native American way of life?
horses
weapons
ships
tobacco
14
What accomplishment by John Cabot is being celebrated?
getting rich through trade with American Indians
finding large amounts of gold and bringing it back to Europe
founding a successful colony in North America
reaching North America and bringing news back to Europe
15
Which explorer
MOST LIKELY
encountered this obstacle on their voyage?
Vasco Núñez de Balboa
Christopher Columbus
Hernando de Soto
Henry Hudson
16
Which of the following
BEST
explains the difference between why the Spanish and the French explored the Americas?
Spanish = wanted Natives to bring to Spain; French = spread Christianity
Spanish = start colonies; French = wanted warriors to join their army
Spanish = trade; French = wanted to start colonies.
Spanish = spread Christianity; French = trade and make money
17
How did the Europeans' search for cheap labor have an effect on the American Indians?
Many were sent away to live and work.
Many were forced to provide homes for Europeans.
Many had to give up their land for European farms.
Many were forced into slavery
18
Did Henry Hudson overcome the environmental obstacles he faced to reach his goal?
No,cold weather & icy rivers stopped him from finding the Northwest Passage
Yes, he adopted Indian clothing & shelter to survive Canada's harsh winter.
Yes, he used Indian canoes to navigate the swamps and marshes of Florida.
No, hot weather & tropical diseases stopped him from reaching North America
19
How did American Indians respond to the creation of European colonies in North America?
They believed them to be invaders and tried to stop their growth.
They shared their lands with settlers but taxed those settlers for its use.
They asked to participate in colonial government in exchange for peace.
They left their own tribes and joined the colonial communities.
20
Which British explorer visited the area marked by an “X”?
Hernando de Soto
Christopher Columbus
Vasco Núñez de Balboa
John Cabot
21
Which of the following statements about the outcome of John Cabot's voyages is correct?
Cabot’s explorations discovered an unknown ocean, ready for exploration
The discovery of the Northwest Passage
Instead of silk and spices, Cabot found an area that was good for fishing
The english king decided that starting colorines was more important
22
Which of the following
BEST
describes the importance of Vasco Núñez de Balboa's discovery in 1513?
He showed that there was an unknown ocean to the west of the americas
He was able to take american indian land and start a new colony for spain
He proved it was possible to travel to china from spain by sailing to west
He started the slave trade that connected spain, africa, and north america
23
What were
TWO
of the main goals of French explorer Jacques Cartier's first voyage to North America?
to discover and collect gold and resources
to get American Indians to become Christians
to start a large French colony
to find a northern sea route to Asia
24
What was one outcome of trade between the Spanish and American Indians?
American Indians traded gold for spanish tools
Spanish soldiers captured the Indians and brought them to Spain as slaves
American Indians were introduced to the horse
The Spanish began building their homes and other buildings using adobe
25
Which of the following explorers was the first to arrive in North America?
Henry Hudson
Vasco Núñez de Balboa
Christopher Columbus
Hernando de Soto
26
Based on your knowledge of Christopher Columbus, what event does the painting show?
the French colonization of Africa
the discovery of the Northwest Passage
the arrival of Europeans in the Americas
the English colonization of Australia
27
This Thanksgiving celebration shows how:
American Indians helped European settlers find gold.
American Indians spread Christianity to European settlers.
American Indians gained land from European settlers.
Most Indians believed that Europeans wanted to control the fur trade.
28
What did the explorers trade for?
animal pelts and fur
spices and corn
deer meat and rabbit
clothing and jewelry
29
What was the
MAIN
cause of conflict between European settlers and many American Indians over land?
Each had different ideas about owning land
Each had different ways of dividing land
Each had different ways of gaining land
Each had different uses for the land
30
Which environmental challenges did Vasco de Balboa’s expedition have to overcome during their journey?
the glaciers in current day Canada
the rough waters of the St. Lawrence River
the cold temperatures of the Arctic Region
the dense jungles of present-day Panama
31
What were
TWO
things that caused problems for early European explorers in the Americas?
They often fought with the people who already lived there.
They did not know how to grow food in the new areas.
Their ships were too small to bring their gold back to Europe.
They could not find anyone who was willing to trade with them.
32
Which of the following did John Cabot discover for Europe during his 1497 voyage?
Hispaniola and San Salvador
The Hawaiian and Marshall Islands
Labrador and Newfoundland
Cuba and the Florida Keys
33
Which of the following explorers would
MOST LIKELY
have benefited from this map?
John Cabot
Vasco Núñez de Balboa
Hernando de Soto
Henry Hudson
34
What was one outcome of trade between the Spanish and American Indians?
The Spanish captured Natives and brought them back to Spain as slaves.
The Indians traded gold for Spanish tools
The spanish began building their homes and other buildings using adobe
American Indians were introduced to the horse.
35
What connection can be made between this painting and European exploration of the New World?
Natives began to hunt with Europeans, building peace between them.
Europeans brought horses to the Americas, changing the way Indians hunted.
Natives wore European clothes instead of their traditional clothes.
Europeans gave bows & arrows to Natives so they could hunt large animals.
36
What were
TWO
accomplishments of Jacques Cartier’s exploration for France?
He discovered gold in what is today Canada.
He began the fur trade with Native Americans.
He found the Northwest Passage to Asia.
He explored the St. Lawrence River.
37
Which of the following was paid for by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain during the Age of Discovery?
the search for a western route to Asia
voyages around Africa and to India
voyages along the western coast of Africa
the search for the Northwest Passage
38
Amy & her mom took a boat tour of the St. Lawrence River. How is this connected to the journeys of explorers in America?
They are traveling in a country discovered by Vasco Nùñez de Balboa.
They are traveling on a river discovered by Jacques Cartier.
They are traveling in a country discovered by Hernando de Soto.
They are traveling on a river discovered by Christopher Columbus.
39
Which of the following statements about Hernando de Soto is true?
He wrote a book about his journeys in Florida
He helped establish a fur trade with the American Indians in Florida
He discovered the Gulf Stream
He was one of the first Europeans to cross the Mississippi River.
40
When did Native American tribes have peaceful relationships with the Europeans?
Always
In the beginning
Towards the end
Never
41
What were
TWO
of the main goals of French explorer Jacques Cartier's first voyage to North America?
make friends with american Indians to fight against the British & find gold
convert Indians to Christianity and valuable resources
start a large French colony and find a northern sea route to Asia
find a northern sea route to Asia & discover & collect gold & resources
42
How did American Indians get many of the things they needed after meeting European colonists?
They hunted for them
They traded for them
They gathered them
They grew them.
43
Which of the following is one of Hernando de Soto's
GREATEST
achievements?
He explored the areas around the Rio Grande and St. Lawrence Rivers
He was the first explorer to sail along the coast of California
He led the first exploration through Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.
He explored around New York to find a western trade route to Asia
44
Which of the following statements about French explorer Jacques Cartier is correct?
He traveled South from Lake Michigan and discovered the Mississippi River
He claimed the entire Mississippi River valley for France and named the reg
He searched for the northwest passage and discovered the St.Lawrence River
He explored the lands of eastern Canada and created the city of Quebec
45
Which of the following statements about Hernando de Soto is true?
He was one of the first Europeans to cross the Mississippi River.
He discovered the Gulf Stream
He helped establish a fur trade with the American Indians in Florida
He wrote a book about his journeys in Florida
46
What did Vasco Núñez de Balboa accomplish during his voyage to the isthmus of Panama?
He became the first European to explore North America.
He became the first European to reach the Pacific Ocean.
He became the first European to explore South America.
He became the first European to reach the Atlantic Ocean.
47
What was the
MAIN
reason for the Native American population decreasing?
Work Camps
Taking Land
Slavery
Disease
48
Based on your knowledge of his goals, were Hudson's voyages successful? Why or why not?
Yes, because he discovered and claimed Greenland for Spain.
No, because he failed to spread his Christian faith to other cultures.
No, because he failed to discover a sea route between Europe and Asia.
Yes, because he discovered gold which he brought back to the British king.
49
Which explorer is
MOST LIKELY
being described in the quote?
Hernando de Soto
Jacques Cartier
John Cabot
Henry Hudson
50
Which effect of European exploration
MOST LIKELY
caused the American Indian population to decrease?
the taking of American Indians’ lands
the introduction of certain diseases to American Indians
the practice of forcing American Indian children to learn Spanish
the loss of the large buffalo population
51
What is the
BEST
way to describe how Europeans treated American Indians during the 1500s and 1600s?
Europeans saw American Indians as lesser people who needed to be controlled
Europeans believed that nothing of value could be learned from the Natives
Europeans tried to have good relations with Natives in order to trade
Europeans respected, accepted, and copied American Indian ways of life
52
What was the
MAIN
reason that King Henry VII was willing to pay for John Cabot's overseas exploration?
Spain and England were in a race to build churches throughout North America
The English were anxious to start large colonies in eastern Asia.
Henry VII wanted to find a new source of slaves for England's colonies.
England was competing with Spain and Portugal for land and resources.
53
Why did many explorers look for the Northwest Passage?
to find gold
to claim land for their country
to search for the coldest climate
to find a quicker route to Asia
54
What was the main goal of the explorations paid for by the King & Queen of Spain?
discovering new land and resources for Spain
making friends in an effort to take over the world
capturing slaves to serve the Spanish Empire
gaining glory and fame throughout the world
55
Which of the following statements about the outcome of John Cabot's voyages is correct?
his discovery of the Northwest Passage gave England a route land resources
Instead of silk and spices, he found an area that was very good for fishing
his explorations discovered an unknown ocean, ready for exploration
The English king decided to start colonies
56
What was a lasting effect of the voyages of Christopher Columbus?
He discovered a northern sea route from Europe to Asia.
He started the spice and silk trade between Africans and Europeans.
His voyages caused many Europeans to settle in the Americas.
His voyages led to peace between Europeans and American Indians.
57
Why did the beliefs of Spanish missionaries create conflict with the Native Americans?
Many Indians did not want to change their religion and become Christian.
Many Natives didn't believe that the Spanish were really Christian.
Most Natives lived in English colonies, & the English were not Christians.
Most Indians traded with the French, & the French did not trust Christians.
58
Did Columbus meet the goals set out for his voyage by the king and queen? Why or why not?
No, because he did not find a sea route to Asia.
Yes, because he traded with American Indians for furs.
Yes, because he found land that was good for farming.
No, because he did not find any oil or coal.
59
Which of the following explorers is being described in this quote?
John Cabot
Hernando de Soto
Vasco Núñez de Balboa
Henry Hudson
60
Which statement
BEST
explains why Balboa traveled across the narrow strip of land that is present-day Panama?
to locate an ocean to the west that he could claim for Spain
to conquer the American Indians living there and start a new colony
to trade Spanish goods with American Indian tribes living on the other side
to reach North America before his rival explorer, Christopher Columbus
61
What was the
MAIN
goal of French explorer Jacques Cartier's first voyage to North America?
to discover gold and find a northern sea route to Asia
to start a French colony and get American Indians to become Christians
to locate the Mississippi River and to capture American Indians
to trade with Spanish colonies and become rich
62
Why was it important for explorers to bring a lot of food & supplies with them on their journeys to North America?
Explorers wanted to have gifts to give Native Americans
Explorers believed they would become rich by selling these goods
Explorers did not know how long it would take them to reach land
Explorers did not have the skills needed to find food and supplies
63
Why did Spain send explorers and missionaries to the Americas in the 1500s and 1600s?
To find the northwest passage
To map the Mississippi River
To trade with American Indians
To help spread Christianity
