European Exploration and Colonization of North America

Why did European countries explore new trade routes?

• To increase their wealth

• To spread Christianity

• To establish colonies

• To acquire more power

Which three main countries were exploring and colonizing North America?

• Spain, France, and Britain

• Portugal, Spain, and France

• Spain, Britain, and Germany

• France, Britain, and Portugal

What was the economic theory behind colonization?

• Mercantilism

• Capitalism

• Socialism

• Communism

Who was the first European explorer to reach North America?

• Christopher Columbus

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Vasco da Gama

• Marco Polo

What were the main reasons for Spanish exploration?

• Glory

• God

• Gold

• Growth

What was the main reason for French exploration?

• Glory

• God

• Gold

• Friendship

What was the main reason for British exploration?

• Glory

• God

• Gold

• Escape religious persecution

What was the Columbian Exchange?

• The transfer of plants, animals, and diseases between Europe and North America

• The transfer of gold and spices between Europe and Asia

• The transfer of technology and knowledge between European countries

• The transfer of slaves between Africa and the Americas

Which disease(s) were spread to Native American populations through the Columbian Exchange?

• Smallpox

• Flu

• Common cold

• All of the above

What was the impact of the Columbian Exchange on Native American populations?

• 80 to 95 percent of the population was killed

• No impact on the population

• Population increased significantly

• Population decreased slightly