European Exploration of New York

The video explores the history of European exploration in New York, focusing on key figures like Giovanni da Verrazzano, Henry Hudson, and Samuel de Champlain. It discusses the Age of Exploration, the motivations behind it, and the subsequent colonization efforts by the Dutch, including the establishment of Fort Nassau. The lesson concludes with a recap and an investigation task on Henry Hudson's impact.

What was the primary motivation for European explorers during the Age of Exploration?

• To find a new route to Asia

• To discover new species

• To establish trade with Africa

• To spread European culture

Who was the first European explorer to discover New York?

• Samuel de Champlain

• Henry Hudson

• Christopher Columbus

• Giovanni da Verrazzano

Which country employed Giovanni da Verrazzano for his exploration?

• Spain

• France

• England

• Netherlands

In what year did Henry Hudson claim the southern part of New York for the Netherlands?

• 1524

• 1614

• 1609

• 1603

Which European power did Henry Hudson represent during his exploration of New York?

• Portugal

• Netherlands

• Spain

• France

What challenge did Samuel de Champlain face during his exploration of New York?

• Resistance from the Iroquois

• Competition from the Spanish

• Lack of funding

• Harsh weather conditions

Which part of New York did Samuel de Champlain successfully claim for France?

• Southern part

• Eastern part

• Northern part

• Western part

What was the name of the first European settlement established by the Dutch in New York?

• Fort York

• Fort Orange

• Fort Nassau

• Fort Amsterdam

By what year had the Dutch successfully colonized the lower part of New York?

• 1623

• 1609

• 1614

• 1630

What was the new name given to the Dutch colony in New York?

• New Amsterdam

• New Netherlands

• New France

• New England