Exploration/Colonization Review
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why did Spain explore and colonize parts of North America?
Back
To spread Catholicism and search for gold.
Answer explanation
Spain wanted wealth through gold and to spread Christianity.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which European nation was most interested in the fur trade in North America? Options: Spain, France, England, Portugal
Back
France
Answer explanation
France profited mainly from fur trading in Canada and along rivers.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was England’s main motivation for colonizing North America? Options: To search for spices, To gain natural resources and economic opportunity, To spread Catholicism, To avoid slavery
Back
To gain natural resources and economic opportunity
Answer explanation
England wanted land, natural resources, and trade profits.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which year marks the founding of Jamestown, the first permanent English colony?
Back
1607
Answer explanation
Jamestown was founded in 1607 as the first permanent English settlement.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which year marks the arrival of the Pilgrims and signing of the Mayflower Compact?
Back
1620
Answer explanation
In 1620, the Pilgrims signed the Mayflower Compact at Plymouth.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Maryland was founded as a safe place for which group? (Options: Quakers, Puritans, Catholics, Pilgrims)
Back
Catholics
Answer explanation
Maryland was established for Catholics to worship freely.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Pennsylvania was founded by William Penn for which group? Options: Puritans, Quakers, Catholics, Debtors
Back
Quakers
Answer explanation
Pennsylvania was founded by William Penn as a Quaker colony.
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