European Exploration Expansion Quiz

European Exploration Expansion Quiz

10th Grade

13 Qs

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European Exploration Expansion Quiz

European Exploration Expansion Quiz

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10th Grade

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary motivation for European exploration during the Age of Discovery?

To search for lost treasure in the New World

To escape political persecution in Europe

To find new trade routes to Asia and to expand their empires

To spread Christianity to new lands

Answer explanation

The primary motivation for European exploration during the Age of Discovery was to find new trade routes to Asia and expand their empires.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which explorer is credited with the first circumnavigation of the globe?

Vasco da Gama

Ferdinand Magellan

Christopher Columbus

Marco Polo

Answer explanation

Ferdinand Magellan is credited with the first circumnavigation of the globe.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which trade route was established to connect Europe, Africa, and the Americas?

Straight Line Trade route

Circular Trade route

Square Trade route

Triangular Trade route

Answer explanation

The Triangular Trade route was established to connect Europe, Africa, and the Americas. It facilitated the exchange of goods, slaves, and resources between these regions.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which European country was the first to establish colonies in the Americas?

France

Spain

Germany

Italy

Answer explanation

Spain was the first European country to establish colonies in the Americas.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of European colonization on indigenous populations?

European colonization had no impact on indigenous populations.

European colonization had a devastating impact on indigenous populations.

European colonization had a positive impact on indigenous populations.

European colonization helped indigenous populations thrive.

Answer explanation

European colonization had a devastating impact on indigenous populations.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which European power controlled the majority of trade in the Indian Ocean during the Age of Discovery?

Portuguese

French

Dutch

Spanish

Answer explanation

During the Age of Discovery, the Portuguese controlled the majority of trade in the Indian Ocean.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the Treaty of Tordesillas?

To divide the newly discovered lands between Portugal and Spain.

To establish trade routes with Asia

To create a new international currency

To form an alliance against France

Answer explanation

The Treaty of Tordesillas was created to divide newly discovered lands between Portugal and Spain.

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