European Explorers

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Who was the first explorer to cross the Mississippi River?

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Hernando de Soto

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Which explorer is known for exploring the St. Lawrence River?

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Jacques Cartier

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Who sailed up what is now known as the Hudson River?

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Henry Hudson

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What was one reason for European explorations?

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To gain land for their countries

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What were Europeans seeking during their explorations?

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Riches, such as gold and silver

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What is an explorer?

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A person who travels to new places to learn about them.

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What did Hernando de Soto discover?

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He was the first European to cross the Mississippi River.

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What was Jacques Cartier's contribution to exploration?

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He explored the St. Lawrence River and claimed Canada for France.

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What motivated many European explorers in the 15th and 16th centuries?

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The desire for new trade routes and wealth.

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What is the significance of the Hudson River?

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It was explored by Henry Hudson and is named after him.