Exploration: European Colonization & Indigenous Peoples

Which of the following animals was NOT introduced to the New World by Europeans?

• Horses

• Pigs

• Sheep

• Bison

What was one positive effect of the introduction of horses to Indigenous peoples in the New World?

• They provided a new source of food.

• They revolutionized transportation and hunting techniques.

• They introduced new diseases.

• They led to cultural destruction.

What was one advantage horses gave to some Indigenous nations?

• They improved agricultural techniques.

• They provided a new source of food.

• They gave an advantage in warfare and trade.

• They introduced new diseases.

Which animal introduced by Europeans provided new sources of clothing for Indigenous peoples?

• Horses

• Pigs

• Sheep

• Dogs

What was the most devastating consequence of the Columbian Exchange for Indigenous peoples?

• Introduction of new animals

• Spread of diseases like smallpox

• Forced conversions to Christianity

• Introduction of European livestock

What percentage of the Indigenous population is estimated to have died due to diseases brought by Europeans?

• 50%

• 70%

• 90%

• 30%

What was one negative effect of forced conversions to Christianity on Indigenous peoples?

• It improved their social systems.

• It stripped them of their religious practices and cultural values.

• It provided them with new resources.

• It increased their population.

What was one way in which Indigenous peoples were exploited by European settlers?

• They were given new technologies.

• They were enslaved and forced into labor.

• They were provided with better education.

• They were allowed to govern themselves.

What was a cultural impact of European colonization on Indigenous peoples?

• Preservation of Indigenous languages

• Introduction of new art forms

• Cultural erasure through imposed religious beliefs

• Strengthening of Indigenous traditions

How did the introduction of European livestock affect Indigenous peoples' land?

• It increased their land holdings.

• It led to competition for land and resources.

• It had no effect on their land.

• It improved their agricultural practices.