European Exploration and West African Societies

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What were the motivations for European explorations in North America and West Africa?

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To find gold and natural resources, To spread Christianity, To compete for empire and assert cultural superiority

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What were some obstacles faced by European explorers?

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Poor maps and navigational tools, Disease and starvation, Fear of the unknown

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What were some accomplishments of the European explorations?

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Exchanged goods and ideas, Improved navigational tools and ships, Claimed territories.

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Which European explorer claimed the Southwest of the present-day United States for Spain?

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Francisco Coronado

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Which European explorer established the French settlement of Québec?

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Samuel de Champlain

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Which European explorer claimed the Mississippi River Valley for France?

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Robert La Salle

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Which European explorer explored eastern Canada?

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John Cabot

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Which European nation made voyages of discovery along the coast of West Africa?

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Portugal

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What were some cultural interactions between Europeans and American Indians? Options: Conquering and enslaving American Indians, Bringing Christianity to the New World, Establishing trading posts, All of the above

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All of the above

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What did the American Indians teach European settlers?

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Farming techniques