European Exploration and Colonization Flashcard

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How did religious conflicts (Spanish Reconquista, the Protestant Reformation, and the Counter-Reformation) impact European exploration and colonization?

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They encouraged European nations to explore and colonize new lands.

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What is an astrolabe used for?

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To navigate using the stars

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What is the purpose of a compass?

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To show direction

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Which traits best describe Christopher Columbus?

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Visionary, persuasive, persistent

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Who sponsored Francisco Vázquez de Coronado's expedition?

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Spanish Viceroy of New Spain

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What trait is associated with Columbus?

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Visionary, persistent

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Which explorer's aim included the Fountain of Youth?

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Ponce de León

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What was the focus of the Counter-Reformation?

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Catholic revival and global mission

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When did the Spanish Reconquista officially end?

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1492

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Who were the Catholic Monarchs that captured the last Muslim stronghold of Granada?

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Ferdinand and Isabella