European Explorers in North America

What were the motivations for European explorers to explore North America?

• All of the above

• Riches and wealth

• Desire to spread religion

• Fame from discovering a new land

What were some obstacles faced by European explorers in exploring North America?

• Lack of food

• Unfamiliar climates

• All of the above

• Lack of supplies

What were some accomplishments of European explorers in North America?

• All of the above

• Discovering new land

• Improving trade

• Establishing colonies

What were some examples of cooperation between European explorers and American Indians?

• Diseases

• Technology

• Claims to land

• Trade

What were some examples of conflict between European explorers and American Indians?

• Claims to land

• Diseases

• Culture differences

• Lack of communication

Who was the Italian explorer sponsored by Spain?

• Christopher Columbus

• Giovanni Caboto

• Vasco Núñez de Balboa

• Hernando de Soto

Who was the Italian explorer sponsored by England?

• Vasco Núñez de Balboa

• Giovanni Caboto

• Hernando de Soto

• Christopher Columbus

Who was the Spaniard explorer who crossed the dense mountains and jungles of Panama?

• Vasco Núñez de Balboa

• Christopher Columbus

• Giovanni Caboto

• Hernando de Soto