Chapter 2:Florida's Early History Test

Why did Africans enslaved by the British come to Fort Mose in Florida?

• The Spanish gave them a place to live free from slavery.

• They were sold to the Spanish by British colonists.

• They wanted to work as soldiers at Fort Mose.

• They wanted to convert to the Catholic religion

Why did the population of Native Americans decrease in Florida after European explorers arrived?

• Many Native Americans moved to Georgia.

• Many Native Americans started to explore Europe.

• Many Native Americans moved to the Spanish Main.

• Many Native Americans died from European diseases.

The French used ditches, strong walls, and __________ to defend Fort Caroline.

• cannons

• atlatls

• catapults

• archers

Look at the diagram of Fort Caroline. What was the BEST way for settlers to get provisions, or supplies, to the fort?

• Provisions were delivered from boats in the St. Johns River.

• Provisions were shipped from Spain.

• Provisions were sent on roads.

• Provisions were shipped from South America

What animal did the Spanish introduce to Native Americans?

• beaver

• horse

• mink

• deer

Which explorer made it possible for Spain to claim land in the Americas before other European countries?

• Juan Garrido

• Juan Ponce de Léon

• Christopher Columbus

• Hernando de Soto

How did Esteban Dorantes help Spain colonize Florida?

• He was the first African to explore large parts of North America.

• He traveled to Florida with two ships and 200 settlers.

• He came to Tampa Bay with 600 settlers and supplies.

• He was the first Spaniard to explore Puerto Rico.

What is the significance of St. Augustine?

• It is the largest city in Florida.

• It is the oldest European settlement in the United States.

• It is the oldest Native American settlement in the United States.

• It is the fastest growing city in Florida.

Why did Spain launch an attack on Fort Caroline?

• Spain was trying to protect the gold that had been discovered in Florida.

• Spain was trying to protect shipping routes in the Caribbean.

• Spain was trying to protect missions in Florida.

• Spain was trying to protect the port city of Havana in Cuba.

What was one consequence of Spanish contact with Native American groups in Florida?

• The Spanish did not establish any lasting settlements in Florida.

• Native Americans grew corn and hunted for food.

• Native Americans left to explore Europe.

• Native Americans were exposed to smallpox and measles.