Unit three European colonization flashcard

Front

This person believed he could reach Asia by sailing west across the Atlantic Ocean

Back

Columbus

Front

Which Spanish conquistador conquered the Aztecs?

Back

Cortes

Front

This explorer was the first to map the Texas coastline.

Back

Pineda

Front

Panfilo de Narvaez was searching for what?

Back

Gold

Front

For several years Cabeza de Vaca worked as a servant, a trader, and a healer.

Back

True

Front

The Spanish gave the name ____________ to the legendary seven cities of gold

Back

Cibola

Front

Why did the Spanish lose interest in northern New Spain?

Back

No gold, silver and treasure

Front

Which statement explains the relationship of Spain, France, and Britain during the Age of Exploration?

Back

They were in competition to gain wealth and power in the New World.

Front

What is a conquistador?

Back

A Spanish soldier and explorer.

Front

Who believed Cabeza de Vaca's stories about the Seven Cities of Gold and looked for them?

Back

Francisco Coronado