Ancient America to the Present Quiz 1

According to the article "How it all Began in the New World" the most likely reason Columbus wanted to explore was

• He liked to travel.

• The king and queen of Portugal asked him to conduct an exploration.

• He secretly believed the world really was flat and wanted to prove it.

• He wanted to find a faster trading route to the Indies.

What does the article say the king and queen of Spain secretly believed about Columbus’ first voyage?

• The world was flat.

• There was little chance Columbus would ever return.

• Columbus would return with nothing.

• Columbus would capture a sea monster.

What was the most likely effect of the success of Columbus' first voyage to the New World?

• Other European countries began to plan explorations.

• Spain got all the gold from the New World.

• Spain claimed all of the land in the New World.

• A new trade route to Asia was found.

Which statement about the "Age of Discovery" is best supported by information from this week's issue?

• The Age of Discovery only lasted a few years.

• The Age of Discovery was a time when most people became very wealthy.

• The Age of Discovery was a time of exploration and discovery of new ideas and information.

• The Age of Discovery was not an important time in world history.

Which of the following best completes the diagram above?

• Explorers did not want to find a new trade route to Asia.

• Christianity was introduced to the New World.

• Florida was claimed by Spain.

• Trade between Europe and the New World increased.

What is the most likely reason European countries wanted to establish colonies in the New World?

• Colonies would firmly establish their presence in the New World.

• Colonies would keep other European countries from trying to claim the land.

• Colonies would keep problems with American Indians in the area to a minimum.

• All of the above

What is the most likely reason de Aviles was eager to destroy Fort Caroline?

• He didn't like the way the French built forts.

• He wanted to eliminate the French as competition for land and riches.

• He wanted to quickly claim the land so he could return to Spain.

• He wanted the fort to be given to the local Timucua tribe.

Which of these is the best summary of the information in the article?

• Early explorers wanted a quick route to Asia in order to trade spices, which were an important part of European culture.

• Spices were not grown in Europe, so people had to find them in other places.

• Food spoiled easily and needed spices to make the taste better. People especially liked salt and pepper for daily spices.

• Animals were bought and paid for with spices during the Age of Discovery.

How did Henry Hudson's clarity of expression help him convince the Dutch East India Company to hire him, even though he was an Englishman?

• He proved that he knew exactly where to find a northeast water route to Asia.

• He said that his two failed voyages had actually been successful but he didn't want to share his knowledge with England.

• He told them he would hire a crew that would never mutiny.

• He explained that his experience and determination would help him succeed.