Motivations for Colonization II

Which European country established the Jamestown colony in North America?

• Britain

• France

• Spain

• Netherlands

What were the primary motivations for the colonization of the New World?

• Religion and power

• Fame and fortune

• Trade and exploration

• Military conquest

Which European country conquered the Aztec and Inca Empires in South America?

• Britain

• France

• Spain

• Netherlands

What was the main goal of the Spanish missions in the New World?

• To establish trade routes

• To convert Native Americans to Christianity

• To find gold and silver

• To establish military outposts

Which European country focused on establishing trading posts in the New World for the fur trade?

• Britain

• France

• Spain

• Netherlands

Which European country controlled trade with the Spice Islands and established colonies in North America?

• Britain

• France

• Spain

• Netherlands

What was the primary motivation for Dutch settlement in New Netherland?

• Religious freedom

• Military conquest

• Financial gain

• Exploration and discovery

Which European country established the colony of Jamestown in North America?

• Britain

• France

• Spain

• Netherlands

What motivated the Pilgrims to settle in the New World?

• Wealth and power

• Religious freedom

• Exploration and discovery

• Military conquest

Which European country had the firmest foothold in North America?

• Britain

• France

• Spain

• Netherlands