Age of Exploration

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Which of the following was a long-term impact of the Columbian Exchange on global farming? Maize (corn) from the Americas helped people in Europe have more food. European farming in the Americas caused plants to disappear. The exchange of crops didn't change the world's food supply. Native American farming methods became popular in Europe.

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Maize (corn) from the Americas helped people in Europe have more food.

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Which of the following was a result of European exploration in the Americas? The spread of diseases to Native American populations, The end of slavery in the Americas, The creation of the League of Nations, The discovery of the Silk Road

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The spread of diseases to Native American populations

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During the 1500s, what was the "Northwest Passage" that many European explorers were searching for?

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A water route through North America to sail to Asia

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Which statement about the Columbian exchange is a fact rather than an opinion? Options: The Columbian exchange had a positive effect on the Americas., The Columbian exchange benefited Europe more than it benefited the Americas., The Columbian exchange brought new foods and products to Europe and the Americas., The Columbian exchange created a modern Europe.

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The Columbian exchange brought new foods and products to Europe and the Americas.

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Which factor most contributed to the Spanish conquistadors’ ability to conquer the Americas? Options: the refusal of the people to obey their leaders, The Aztecs were already at war with the Olmec, The Spanish possessed advanced weapons, armor, and military tactics, The Aztec government was collapsing from internal problems

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The Spanish possessed advanced weapons, armor, and military tactics

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Why were many European countries so desperate to find a faster way to Asia?

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To get spices and other valuable items from Asian markets.

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How did religion influence Spanish exploration of the Americas?

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The Spanish aimed to convert indigenous populations to Christianity.

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How did the quest for power impact European countries during the Age of Exploration?

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They claimed new lands to make their countries bigger and stronger.

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Why did Spain decide to finance Christopher Columbus’ voyage, compared to other countries at the time?

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Spain wanted new trade routes and more land, while Portugal focused on exploring Africa and Asia.

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Which statement BEST explains the main difference between how the French and Spanish treated Native Americans?

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The French traded with the native peoples of the Americas, while the Spanish forced them to work.