Hernando de Soto

Which area did Hernando de Soto explore?

• I

• II

• III

• IV

What is happening in this picture?

• Hernando de Soto and his men are discovering The Mississippi River.

• Hernando de Soto and his men are discovering The Rio Grande.

• Hernando de Soto and his men are discovering The Pacific Ocean.

• Hernando de Soto and his men are discovering Asia.

Which of the following could describe Hernando de Soto's relationship with the Native Americans?

• He fought with them and forced them into slavery.

• He admired them and learned their language.

• He tried to convert them to Christianity.

• He was there to give them gold and other riches.

Which of the following statements about Hernando de Soto is TRUE?

• He was the first explorer to sail along the coast of California.

• He explored the areas around the Rio Grande and St. Lawrence rivers.

• He led the first exploration through the southeast part of what is now the United States.

Which of the following is one of Hernando de Soto's GREATEST achievements?

• He was one of the first Europeans to reach the Mississippi River.

• He wrote a book about his journeys in Florida.

• He helped reach the Pacific Ocean.

Which effect of European exploration MOST LIKELY caused the Native American population in the Southeast to decrease?

• Hernando de Soto and other explorers brought diseases with them that were unfamiliar to the Native Americans.

• The loss of bison in the area

• Hernando de Soto and other explorers brought gold to give to the Native Americans.

What country sponsored Hernando de Soto during his exploration?

• England

• Spain

• United States

• Italy

Which of the following was an obstacle Hernando de Soto faced during his time of exploration?

• Friendly Native Americans

• Hostile Native Americans

• He had to travel through the jungle.

• He had to travel through the icy waters of the Arctic.

One reason Hernando de Soto took his voyage was to gain glory. Which of the following explains this?

• He claimed new land for Spain.

• He converted Native Americans to Christianity.

• He found gold for the King of France.