Motives for European Exploration

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What was the main reason Europeans started seeking new routes to Asia?

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To obtain goods from Asia more quickly

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What were the three main motivations for Spain's colonization? (a) Religion, trade, and exploration, (b) Fame, fortune, and religion, (c) Fur trade, exploration, and settlements, (d) Independence, gold, and trade

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Fame, fortune, and religion

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What was the main goal of the Spanish missions?

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To convert indigenous people to Christianity.

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What was the primary reason for French colonization in North America? Options: a) To find gold and silver, b) To trade furs with Native Americans, c) To escape religious persecution, d) To build a large empire

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To trade furs with Native Americans

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Which European country was the most successful in creating permanent colonies in North America?

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Britain

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What was the main reason for British colonization of New England? Options: a) To find new trade routes, b) To exploit natural resources, c) To establish a religious community, d) To claim land for the British crown

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To establish a religious community

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Spain was the only European country to colonize North America.

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False

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The Pilgrims were British colonists who came to America for religious reasons.

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True

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The French population in North America was larger than the British population.

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False

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The main goal of European colonization was to spread Christianity.

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False