European Exploration of the Americas

Who is credited with discovering America?

• Marco Polo

• Leif Erikson

• Christopher Columbus

• Amerigo Vespucci

Which country sponsored Christopher Columbus' voyage?

• Portugal

• England

• Spain

• France

Which Spanish conquistador conquered the Aztec Empire?

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Hernán Cortés

• Christopher Columbus

• Francisco Pizarro

What impact did European exploration have on Native Americans?

• European exploration had a positive impact on Native Americans.

• European exploration had a negative impact on Native Americans.

• European exploration had no impact on Native Americans.

• European exploration had a neutral impact on Native Americans.

What was the main motivation for European exploration of the Americas?

• To spread Christianity and convert the indigenous people.

• To establish colonies and expand their empires.

• To escape religious persecution and find a new home.

• To find new trade routes and gain wealth and resources.

Which European country had the most colonies in the Americas?

• Spain

• Portugal

• France

• England

Who was the leader of the Aztec Empire during the Spanish conquest?

• Montezuma II

• Atahualpa

• Pachacuti

• Moctezuma I

What was the impact of European exploration on the indigenous people of the Americas?

• It led to the extinction of many native plant species.

• It resulted in the enslavement and exploitation of indigenous people.

• It brought about cultural exchange and mutual understanding.

• It had no significant impact on the indigenous people.

Which Spanish conquistador conquered the Incan Empire?

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Hernán Cortés

• Christopher Columbus

• Francisco Pizarro

Europeans were trying to find a water route to __________________, they thought that this would make their country rich with its silk, spices, and treasures. 

• Asia
• America
• Antartica
• Australia