European Exploration

Which areas did the French explorers claim for France?

• Mississippi River

• Hudson River

• Texas

• Quebec, Canada

Which is NOT a challenge the Spanish experienced during exploration?

• Navigational difficulties and harsh weather conditions.

• Competition from other European nations.

• Lack of interest in new trade routes and resources.

•  Conflicts with indigenous populations.

Which terms or phrases relate to the Dutch exploration efforts in North America?

• Gold

• Fur Trade

• New York Harbor

• Silver

Who did the English hire to explore for their country?

• Pizzaro

• John Cabot

• Christopher Columbus

• Hernan Cortes

What is the name of the English settlement?

• Jamestown

• Flordia

• Houma

• New Amsterdam

Which country sponsored Christopher Columbu's voyage to America?

• Spain

• France

• England

• Portugal

During the Age of Exploration, Europe looked for sea routes to the East in order to __________.

• find a faster trade route to Asia

• spread Christianity

• colonize new territories

• all of the above

Who was Prince Henry the Navigator?

• a Portuguese prince

• He helped start European exploration and trade.

• He sent several explorers on expeditions to sail around the west coast of Africa in attempts to find a route to India.

• all of the above

Who was the explorer who sailed all around the world?

• Christopher Columbus

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Bartolomeu Dias

• Mrs. Redeker

What was the effect of Columbus arriving to America?

• People confirmed the world was round.

• Influenced exploration by other European countries

• Influenced the slave trade from Africa

• Increased the price of spices