European Exploration

Which is NOT a main reason Europeans set out to explore the world?

• To get rich

• To make friends with the Native Americans

• To claim more land

• To spread Christianity to the world

Choose the THREE main reasons Europeans set out to explore the world.

• Glory - To expand their empires by claiming more land.

• God - To spread Christianity to the world.

• Greatness - To show others how great their sailing skills were.

• Gold - To get rich finding new resources

Native Americans were affected both positively and negatively by European contact.

• TRUE

• FALSE

About how many Native Americans tribes were estimated to have died from European contact (war, disease, slavery)?

• no Native Americans died

• 70%

• 80%

• 90%

Which statement is true about European contact with Native Americans?

• European contact was 100% positive for Native Americans.

• Native American Cultures lost their simple way of life.

• All Native Americans wanted to become Christians.

• Native Americans did not exist.

Select all true statements about how Native Americans were affected by European contact.

• Many Native Americans died from being exposed to diseases.

• Native Americans were forced to become Christians.

• Some Native Americans were forced to be slaves.

• Native Americans did get tools, guns, and other items from the Europeans.

What country did Christopher Columbus sail for?

• France

• England

• Spain

• Michigan

What is Christopher Columbus known for accomplishing?

• He found the Fountain of Youth.

• He became best friends with Native Americans.

• He sailed to Canada and found rich fishing areas.

• He discovered the "New World" even though he thought it was Asia.

What country did Juan Ponce de Leon sail from?

• Spain

• England

• France

• Otsego

What TWO things is Juan Ponce de Leon known for accomplishing?

• He claimed land that is now known as Florida.

• He helped France get rich with fur trade.

• He looked for the "Fountain of Youth."

• He created the first Taco Bell restaurant.