Explorer

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What were two main reasons for European Exploration?

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Gold - to be rich; Glory - to be famous.

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Why did Christopher Columbus name the Native Americans 'Indians'?

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He thought he was in India.

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How did exploration change the lives of Native Americans?

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Explorers took their land and shared diseases.

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Which explorer crossed the Mississippi River?

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Hernando Desoto.

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What body of water did Vasco Nunez De Balboa discover?

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Pacific Ocean.

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What does 'exploration' mean?

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The act of traveling to new places to learn about them.

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Who was Christopher Columbus?

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An explorer who sailed in 1492 and is known for discovering America.

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What is 'Gold' in the context of exploration?

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A reason for exploration, referring to the desire for wealth.

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What does 'Glory' mean in the context of exploration?

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The desire to be famous and recognized for achievements.

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What were 'diseases' shared during exploration?

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Illnesses brought by explorers that affected Native Americans.