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- 1. Multiple Choice
Which of the following countries was most successful in creating long-lasting, permanent settlements along the Atlantic coast of North America?
England
France
Portugal
Spain
- 2. Multiple Choice
What was the main purpose for all European exploration?
to build greater influence over native cultures
to build political power through larger populations
to build wealth through increased trade
to build military power with larger populations
- 3. Multiple Choice
Which of the following was the initial reason that European countries started exploration?
to find trade routes with the Americas
to find water trade routes to Asia
to find water trade routes to Caribbean Islands
to find trade routes with Canada
- 4. Multiple Choice
Why did the explorers take part in exploration?
People went for a spirit of adventure and wealth.
People went as prisoners who worked on the boats
People wanted to become government officials.
People were forced to sail as slaves.
- 5. Multiple ChoiceEuropeans were trying to find a water route to __________________, they thought that this would make their country rich with its silk, spices, and treasures.AsiaAmericaAntarticaAustralia
- 6. Multiple ChoiceFerdinand and Isabella paid for his voyage to the "new world"Prince HenryChristopher ColumbusLeif ErikssonVasco de Gama
- 7. Multiple Choice
Why did explorers search for a Northwest Passage to Asia?
For a major trade route from Mexico City to Lima
For a direct water route from North America to Asia
Hoped it would lead to golden cities of the Americas
To shorten the return trip from the Americas to Europe
- 8. Multiple Choice
Which European countries were competing to control spice trade?
United States, France, and England
Spain, France, and England
Mexico, England, and France
Mexico, United States, and Canada
- 9. Multiple Choice
The process of creating new settlements or places is called -
Expedition
Exploration
Colonization
Immigration
- 10. Multiple Choice
Which of the following was a social reason to explore North America?
Look for gold and riches
Control the spice trade
Expand the empire
Spread the Christian religion
- 11. Multiple Choice
Which area was explored and colonized by Spain?
Yellow area
Pink area
Orange area
Gray area
- 12. Multiple Choice
Based on the map, which European country explored and colonized Texas?
Spain
France
England
Mexico
- 13. Multiple Choice
Which economic reason led to French exploration of North America?
Find gold and riches
Fur trade
Enslave the Indians
Convert the Native Americans
- 14. Multiple Choice
Which European country explored and established 13 colonies along the East coast of the United States?
Spain
France
England
Canada
- 15. Multiple Choice
Enslavement, land taken away, death, and war were -
Effects of exploration on Native Americans
Social reasons for exploration
Effects of expedition to Asia
Spanish exploration of France
- 16. Multiple Choice
Which European country was responsible for exploring and colonizing the yellow part of the map?
Spain
France
England
Florida
- 17. Multiple Choice
Which pair of actions best completes this graphic?
1—Enslaved native populations 2—Organized utopian societies
1—Established Catholic missions 2—Focused primarily on fur trading
1—Promoted political freedom 2—Participated in the triangular trade
1—Became commercial shipbuilders 2—Created an early system of public school
- 18. Multiple Choice
Which reason best completes this list?
To spread democratic ideals
To improve efficiency in manufacturing
To locate potential military allies
To claim new territory
- 19. Multiple Choice
Primary Motives of European Exploration:
1. To Increase Wealth
2. Promote Christianity
3. ?
Which motive best completes the diagram?
To promote free enterprise
To extend democracy
To expand empires
To found utopian communities
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