European Exploration of North America

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Which statement BEST describes the reasons the Europeans began to explore North America?

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Europeans began to explore North America for what became known as the 'Three G’s: God, Gold, and Glory.'

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Problems faced by explorers when exploring North America.

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Explorers of America got lost at sea and caught diseases.

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How did obstacles impact the goals of European exploration of North America?

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European explorers wanted to spread their religion, but many of them died during the long, dangerous journey to the new world.

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Reason for Jacques Cartier’s inability to reach the Pacific Ocean?

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He was in the St. Lawrence River.

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How were the accomplishments of Christopher Columbus and Hernando de Soto similar?

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Both explorers completed successful journeys to the 'New World' for Spain.

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Examples of conflicts between American Indians and European explorers?

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control and competition of land

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Example of cooperation between American Indians and European explorers.

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American Indians taught European explorers to use horses.

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What MOST LIKELY occurred when American Indians and European explorers met?

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The two sides had very similar cultures, so they were able to learn from each other and get along.

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Environmental issue Henry Hudson failed to adapt to during his expedition to find the Northwest Passage.

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There were not enough warm coats and blankets for the extreme cold conditions of the expedition and many sailors died as a result.

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What caused Hernando de Soto and his men to enter the camps of American Indian tribes and steal from them?

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They did not know how to hunt for their own food.