Exploration Quizs

Agriculture

• The practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops.

• A method of industrial production of goods.

• The study of animal behavior in natural habitats.

• A technique for urban planning and development.

Colonization

• Settlement of people to new territories.

• A process of cultural assimilation.

• The establishment of trade routes.

• The migration of animals to new habitats.

Columbian Exchange/ Triangular Trade System

• A trading pattern between Europe, North America, and Africa

• A system of trade between Asia and South America

• A method of barter used by indigenous tribes

• A trade agreement between European nations

Primary Source

• An original object or document created at the time of an event (newspapers, diaries, images, objects, and recordings.)

• A summary or interpretation of events that occurred in the past.

• A collection of secondary sources compiled by a researcher.

• A fictional representation of historical events.

Secondary Source

• Books

• Newspapers

• Interviews

• Documentaries

Region

• A geographic area that shares similar characteristics.

• A type of climate found in specific areas.

• A political boundary defined by government.

• A historical site of significant events.

Plantations

• Large agricultural farms where crops are grown for sale.

• Small family-owned gardens for personal use.

• Urban areas where crops are grown in community gardens.

• Forests where trees are cultivated for timber.

Charter

• A type of government document that outlines laws.

• A contract given to someone to establish a colony.

• A financial agreement between two parties.

• A historical document outlining a treaty.

Representative Government

• A political system where policies are created by representatives selected by the people.

• A system where the government makes decisions without public input.

• A form of government where citizens vote directly on laws and policies.

• A political structure where a single ruler has absolute power.

Mercantilism

• Economic policy where colonies serve as a source of raw materials to increase the wealth of Great Britain (mother country).

• A trade system that promotes free trade and competition among nations.

• An economic theory that advocates for minimal government intervention in the economy.

• A policy that encourages colonies to become self-sufficient and independent.