Migration to the Americas

What fueled European exploration and colonization of the Americas?

• Religious freedom

• Political power

• Resources and wealth

• Scientific curiosity

Which trading route was under threat in the 15th century?

• Silk Road

• Transatlantic Trade Route

• Indian Ocean Trade Route

• Mediterranean Trade Route

Who accidentally discovered the Americas in 1492?

• Christopher Columbus

• Vasco da Gama

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Amerigo Vespucci

What were the Americas viewed as by Europeans?

• A dangerous wilderness

• A land of opportunity

• A threat to European power

• A place to establish religious colonies

Which European country was the first to conquer and colonize the New World?

• Spain

• France

• England

• Portugal

Which European country established the first permanent colony in North America?

• Spain

• France

• England

• Portugal

Which European country established the colony of New France?

• Spain

• France

• England

• Portugal

Which European country controlled 14 islands in the Caribbean?

• Spain

• France

• England

• Portugal

Which European country had the largest land area of colonial empires in the New World?

• Spain

• France

• England

• Portugal

Which region of the Americas saw the majority of European immigrants from 1815 to 1865?

• North America

• Central America

• South America

• Caribbean Islands