Motives for European Exploration

What was the main reason Europeans started seeking new routes to Asia?

• a) To explore new lands
• b) To spread Christianity
• c) To find new trading partners
• d) To obtain goods from Asia more quickly

2. What were the three main motivations for Spain's colonization?

• (a) Religion, trade, and exploration
• (b) Fame, fortune, and religion
• (c) Fur trade, exploration, and settlements
• (d) Independence, gold, and trade

3. What was the main goal of the Spanish missions?

• a) To discover gold mines
• b) To convert indigenous people to Christianity
• c) To establish trade with other European countries
• d) To grow crops and raise livestock

4. What was the primary reason for French colonization in North America?

• a) To find gold and silver
• b) To trade furs with Native Americans
• c) To escape religious persecution
• d) To build a large empire

Which European country was the most successful in creating permanent colonies in North America?

• (a) Spain
• (b) France
• (c) Britain
• (d) Portugal

What was the main reason for British colonization of New England?

• a) To find new trade routes
• b) To exploit natural resources
• c) To establish a religious community
• d) To claim land for the British crown

Spain was the only European country to colonize North America.

• True
• False

The Pilgrims were British colonists who came to America for religious reasons.

• True
• False

The French population in North America was larger than the British population.

• True
• False

The main goal of European colonization was to spread Christianity.

• True
• False