European Exploration and West African Societies

What were the motivations for European explorations in North America and West Africa?

• To find gold and natural resources

• To spread Christianity

• To compete for empire and assert cultural superiority

• All of the above

What were some obstacles faced by European explorers?

• Poor maps and navigational tools

• Disease and starvation

• Fear of the unknown

• All of the above

What were some accomplishments of the European explorations?

• Exchanged goods and ideas

• Improved navigational tools and ships

• Claimed territories

• All of the above

Which European explorer claimed the Southwest of the present-day United States for Spain?

• Francisco Coronado

• Samuel de Champlain

• Robert La Salle

• John Cabot

Which European explorer established the French settlement of Québec?

• Francisco Coronado

• Samuel de Champlain

• Robert La Salle

• John Cabot

Which European explorer claimed the Mississippi River Valley for France?

• Francisco Coronado

• Samuel de Champlain

• Robert La Salle

• John Cabot

Which European explorer explored eastern Canada?

• Francisco Coronado

• Samuel de Champlain

• Robert La Salle

• John Cabot

Which European nation made voyages of discovery along the coast of West Africa?

• Spain

• France

• Portugal

• England

What were some cultural interactions between Europeans and American Indians?

• Conquering and enslaving American Indians

• Bringing Christianity to the New World

• Establishing trading posts

• All of the above

What did the American Indians teach European settlers?

• Farming techniques

• Religious beliefs

• Navigational skills

• Military strategies