European Exploration and the Columbian Exchange

The video explores the Age of Exploration, highlighting Columbus's journey and the discovery of the New World. It discusses the motivations behind European exploration, known as the three G's: Gold, Glory, and God. The video also covers the impact of the Columbian Exchange, which introduced new plants, animals, and diseases between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres. The exploration led to significant changes in global trade, geography, and the spread of Christianity, as well as the unfortunate arrival of African slaves in the New World.

What was the initial task given to the explorer in the video?

• To find a new continent

• To find a more efficient trade route to Asia

• To prove the Earth is flat

• To discover new spices

What event in 1453 significantly impacted European trade routes?

• The fall of Constantinople

• The discovery of America

• The signing of the Magna Carta

• The start of the Renaissance

Which of the following was NOT one of the three main motivations for European exploration?

• Gadgets

• God

• Glory

• Gold

What was one of the main economic motivations for exploring the New World?

• Establishing new religions

• Acquiring gold and other natural resources

• Discovering new lands

• Finding new spices

Which European country was NOT mentioned as marking territory in the New World?

• Spain

• Portugal

• England

• France

What was the Columbian Exchange?

• A religious movement in Europe

• A trade agreement between Spain and Portugal

• The transfer of plants, animals, and diseases between hemispheres

• A new route to Asia

Which of the following was introduced to Europe from the New World?

• Potatoes

• Oranges

• Wheat

• Horses

What was a significant consequence of the Columbian Exchange for Native Americans?

• Spread of new diseases

• Introduction of new crops

• Discovery of new lands

• Establishment of new trade routes

What was a major reason for Europeans migrating to the New World?

• To find new spices

• To escape religious persecution

• To meet new cultures

• To learn new languages

What marked the beginning of forced migration to the New World?

• The establishment of the first colony

• The arrival of the first African slave ship

• The signing of a trade agreement

• The discovery of gold