Exploring European Explorers in America

True or False: The life of an explorer was super easy, barely an inconvenience.

• True

• False

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What were the three main motivations for European explorers, often referred to as the "three G's"?

• Gold, Grapes, and Glory

• Gold, God, and Glory

• Gold, Gems, and Glory

• Gold, God, and Grapes

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Which of the following was an additional motivation for European explorers, besides the "three G's"?

• Generosity

• Greed

• Gratitude

• Growth

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What was one of the obstacles faced by European explorers in North America?

• Lack of maps

• Lack of interest

• Lack of supplies

• Lack of ships

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Which of the following was NOT an obstacle for European explorers in North America?

• Unfamiliar climates

• Lack of food

• Friendly locals

• Lack of supplies

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What was one of the accomplishments of European explorers in North America?

• They built the first airplane

• They discovered new land for Europeans

• They invented the wheel

• They created the first computer

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What was one example of cooperation between European explorers and Native Americans?

• Sharing food and resources

• Building castles together

• Writing books together

• Creating new languages

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What was one example of conflict between European explorers and Native Americans?

• Trading goods peacefully

• Fighting over land

• Celebrating festivals together

• Teaching each other new skills

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What continent did the explorers come from?

• North America

• Africa

• Europe

• Asia

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