Journey of Alvar Nunez

What was the main purpose of Cabeza de Vaca's expedition?

• To explore the Gulf Coast of North America

• To find a new trade route to Asia

• To map the coast of South America

• To discover the source of the Nile

Who led the expedition that included Cabeza de Vaca?

• Pánfilo de Narváez

• Christopher Columbus

• Hernán Cortés

• Ferdinand Magellan

Where did Cabeza de Vaca's shipwreck occur?

• Near present-day Texas

• Near present-day Florida

• Near present-day California

• Near present-day New York

Which Native American groups did Cabeza de Vaca interact with?

• Karankawa and Coahuiltecan

• Apache and Navajo

• Sioux and Cheyenne

• Iroquois and Mohawk

What insights did Cabeza de Vaca's account provide?

• Insights into Native cultures and geography of the region

• Detailed weather patterns

• Economic data of the time

• Political alliances

What were the main goals of Cabeza de Vaca's expedition, and how did they change after the shipwreck?

• To find gold and riches; they changed to survival and exploration.

• To establish a new colony; they changed to trade and negotiation.

• To map new territories; they changed to scientific research.

• To spread religion; they changed to cultural exchange.

What challenges did Cabeza de Vaca face during his journey, and how did he overcome them?

• Lack of food; he traded with locals.

• Harsh weather; he built shelters.

• Hostile tribes; he used diplomacy.

• Disease; he used traditional medicine.

What is the purpose of the research project activity?

• To learn about European explorers

• To study Indigenous tribes encountered by Cabeza de Vaca

• To create a new map of the journey

• To write a fictional story

What year is the quiz based on Cabeza de Vaca's journey?

• 1542

• 1492

• 1607

• 1776

What does the study guide provide?

• A detailed map of Cabeza de Vaca's route

• A comprehensive overview of Cabeza de Vaca’s journey

• A list of Indigenous tribes

• A timeline of European exploration