Columbus Diary Entries
Passage
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Social Studies
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9th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
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Jason Behringer
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6 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What items did Columbus present to the indigenous people to gain their friendship?
Red caps and strings of beads
Gold and silver coins
Iron tools and weapons
Clothing and shoes
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did Columbus perceive the indigenous people's ability to learn new languages?
They were quick to learn new words spoken to them.
They were resistant to learning new languages.
They already knew several European languages.
They were uninterested in communication.
3.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Analyze Columbus's intentions behind wanting to convert the indigenous people to Christianity. What does this reveal about his perspective on their culture?
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4.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What does Columbus's description of the indigenous people's lack of weapons and timorous nature suggest about his plans for colonization?
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5.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Discuss the implications of Columbus's statement that the islands are as much the property of Spain as Castile. How does this reflect the colonial mindset of the time?
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6.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Make a prediction - what do you think is about to happen to the Natives based on Columbus's diary entries?
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