European Explorers

Who Am I? I was born in Italy, but sailed for England. I explored the east coast of North America. I claimed land for England.  

• Cabot
• Cartier
• Columbus
• de Soto

In what ways is a River an obstacle to exploration?

• rockslides & Avalanches
• Fast moving water
• easy to move around
• lots of wide open land

In what ways is an Ocean an opportunity?

• Lots of minerals and trees
• Easy to cross quickly with large ships
• Fresh water
• Plants can be used for medicines

What happened because Cabot explored the eastern part of the US?

• The USA could trade with France
• English colonies could be set up
• Wool could be grown in the United States
• Our citizens could tour England

Which Explorer was the first to see and cross the Mississippi River?

• Balboa
• Columbus
• de Soto
• Hudson

Which is an example of cooperation between the explorers and the American Indians?

• fighting
• trading
• exploring
• building things

Who Am I? I was born in Italy, but sailed for Spain. I explored the Caribbean area and found the Island of Hispaniola. I set up lasting colonies that led to increased interest in the area.

• de Soto
• Balboa
• Columbus
• Hudson

In what ways is a Mountain an obstacle to exploration?

• rockslides & Avalanches
• Fast moving water
• easy to move around
• lots of wide open land

Which explorer had MAJOR conflicts with the American Indians?

• Cabot
• Hudson
• de Soto
• Cartier

What did Columbus actually discover?

• The New World
• The Incas
• The Island of Hispaniola
• The St. Lawrence Bay