Lesson 4 section 5: Claimed Lands 5th grade

Front

Why did European rulers want to spread their power to the New World?

Back

To spread their power and gain land

Front

What did explorers carry to honor their kings and queens?

Back

Flags or banners

Front

What symbols were often shown on Spanish ships' flags?

Back

A cross and the letters 'F' and 'Y'.

Front

What did the letters 'F' and 'Y' on the Spanish flags stand for?

Back

King Ferdinand and Queen Ysabel

Front

What was the main reason King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella wanted more land in the Americas?

Back

To strengthen their kingdom