Arrival of European Nations in the Archipelago

What motivated the arrival of European nations in the Archipelago?

• To spread democracy

• To find sources of valuable spices

• To explore new lands

• To establish peace treaties

Which European nation was the first to reach the Archipelago?

• France

• Portugal

• Netherlands

• Spain

What was the name of the Portuguese explorer who found the sea route to India?

• Hernan Cortes

• Vasco da Gama

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Christopher Columbus

What did the Portuguese establish in the Archipelago to control spice trade?

• Military bases

• Colonies

• Trade agreements

• Fortresses

Which treaty limited the exploration of Spain in the Archipelago?

• Treaty of Tordesillas

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Utrecht

What was the name of the Dutch trading company established in 1602?

• British East India Company

• Verenigde Oost-Indische Compagnie

• French West India Company

• Spanish Trading Company

What impact did the arrival of Europeans have on local cultures?

• No impact at all

• Spread of Christianity

• Increased local trade

• Improved local governance

Which spice was NOT mentioned as valuable in the text?

• Cinnamon

• Pepper

• Nutmeg

• Cloves

What was one consequence of the Portuguese actions in the Archipelago?

• Complete control of the spice trade

• Increased conflicts with local populations

• Peaceful relations with locals

• Establishment of a democratic government

What was a major reason for the competition among European nations in the Archipelago?

• Interest in local cultures

• Quest for spices and trade routes

• Need for military alliances

• Desire for land ownership