SS 5b Explorers Review

What was one accomplishment of Jacques Cartier's exploration of North America?

• He discovered gold in what is today Canada

• He began the fur trade with the American Indians

• He explored the Mississippi River

• He found the Northwest passge

How did the fur trade with American Indians benefit the French?

• The French learned to speak the language of American Indians

• The American Indians captured the furs for the French

• The French became better boat builders

• The American Indians taught the French to make clothes

Why did many explorers look for a "Northwest Passage"?

• To find gold

• To claim land for their country

• To search for the coldest climate

• To find a quicker route to Asia

What current country was claimed for England by Henry Hudson?

• Panama

• United States

• Canada

• Mexico

What did European Explorers believe about land in North America?

• They believed that land belonged to all people

• They believed that land could not be owned

• They believed that land was not shared by all people

• They believed that land was only good for farming

What accomplishment by John Cabot is pictured on this stamp?

• Finding large amounts of gold

• Reaching North America

• Starting a successful colony

• Getting rich through trade

Which explorer MOST LIKELY encountered this obstacle on their voyage?

• Hernando de Soto

• Henry Hudson

• Vasco Nunez de Balboa

• Christopher Columbus

Which British explorer visited the area marked by an "X"?

• Vasco Nunez de Balboa

• John Cabot

• Hernando de Soto

• Christopher Columbus

Which of the following rivers did Jacques Cartier explore?

• Ohio River

• St. Lawrence river

• Mississippi River

• Hudson River

Which of the following is the BEST title for this list?

• Reasons for Trade

• Reasons for Exploration

• Reasons for Native American Protections

• Reasons for American Independence