Chapter 2: Key Idea Terms

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Reconquista

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Association: Spain's effort to recapture territory from North African Muslims.

Key Idea: A precursor to Spanish exploration, showcasing Spain's goal to expand power and influence.

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CCSS.RI.5.3

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Columbian Exchange

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Association: The exchange of goods, ideas, and diseases between the Old World and the

New World.

Key Idea: Transformed diets, economies, and populations worldwide.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.4

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Northwest Passage

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Association: A sought-after water route through North America to Asia.

Key Idea: Motivated explorations by England, France, and the Netherlands.

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CCSS.RI.5.3

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Carrack

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Association: A large sailing ship used for long voyages, like Columbus's Santa Maria.

Key Idea: Enabled long-distance exploration.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

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Conquistador

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Association: Spanish conquerors like Cortés and Pizarro.

Key Idea: Conquered Native American empires in pursuit of wealth and territory.

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CCSS.RI.5.3

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Astrolabe

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Association: Navigation tool measuring the position of stars.

Key Idea: Helped sailors determine latitude during exploration.

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Compass

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Association: Navigation tool pointing north.

Key Idea: Essential for determining direction at sea.

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Stern Rudder

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Association: Steering device at the back of a ship.

Key Idea: Improved ship control, making exploration more feasible.

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Printing Press

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Association: Invention that allowed mass production of books and maps.

Key Idea: Spread news of discoveries and navigational knowledge.

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CCSS.SL.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2B

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Moctezuma II

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Aztec emperor during Cortés's conquest. His capture and death marked the fall of the Aztec Empire.