Exploration and Colonization

The Mayans were called the 'Greeks of the Americas' because they developed all of the following EXCEPT ___.

• System of Writing

• Ships to sail to North America

• Study of Astronomy & Architecture

• Calendars

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the European exploration of the Western Hemisphere?

• to spread Christianity

• to educate Native Americans

• to buy Asian spices

• to acquire more wealth for Europe

The astrolabe was an invention that allowed explorers to

• navigate the night sky

• sail against the wind

• communicate from ship to ship

• draw more accurate maps

How did the Columbian Exchange impact life in the America's?

• Thousands of farmers in the Americas were left without lands to farm.

• Population in the Americas boomed as a result of the introduction of new foods.

• European diseases devastated the Native American populations.

• Native empires were overthrown in the search for gold.

Which phrase best describes the location of the Incan civilization?

• Rainforests in Central America

• Deserts in Mexico

• Woodlands in North America

• Andes mountains of Peru

Why did Columbus set sail westward?

• To convince the world the earth is round

• To find a new path to India

• To escape the persecution of the Spanish Inquisition

• To capture African slaves for trade

What was the significance of Christopher Columbus' travels?

• He helped establish a permanent European settlement on the island of Hispaniola and encouraged trade with the Americas.

• Sailing under the Chinese flag, he commanded expeditions to South Asia, the Middle East and East Africa.

• Sailing under the Spanish flag, he was the first European to circumnavigate the earth.

• Sailing under the French flag, he established the first French colony in Canada called Quebec.

The Incan city of Machu Picchu is located in which type of geographic region?

• arid valley

• Rainforests

• Mountains

• Plains

What is the job of Hernando Cortes and Francisco Pizarro?

• They all belong to the Jesuit order and work for the Pope

• They are conquistadors looking to make territorial gains for Spain

• They work for the Dutch East India company and are establishing new trade markets

• They are all explorers who are searching for a new route to India

What product is so valuable in India that Europeans are willing to spend resources on expeditions to get direct access to?

• Spices

• Sugar

• Silk

• Silver