Early Explorers of New York

Who was known for bringing the English Language to North America?

• Christopher Columbus

• John Cabot

• Samuel de Champlain

• Henry Hudson

What was the main reason the explorers went on their voyages?

• They wanted to conquer the land from the Native Americans.

• They were searching for gold and riches.

• They wanted to bring Natives back to their homeland.

• They were looking for a shortcut to Asia through the Northwest Passage.

Which explorer took the most voyages?

• John Cabot

• Jacques Cartier

• Samuel de Champlain

• Giovanni de Verrazzano

Which explorer was NOT born in Italy?

• Henry Hudson

• John Cabot

• Christopher Columbus

• Giovanni de Verrazzano

Which explorer was sponsored by more than one country?

• John Cabot

• Giovanni de Verrazzano

• Samuel de Champlain

• Henry Hudson

Who discovered the St. Lawrence River?

• John Cabot

• Jacques Cartier

• Henry Hudson

• Christopher Columbus

All of the following bodies of water are named after Henry Hudson EXCEPT...

• Hudson River

• Hudson Bay

• Hudson Lake

• Hudson Strait

Which explorer died on Christmas Day?

• Samuel de Champlain

• John Cabot

• Jacques Cartier

• Christopher Columbus

Who has a bridge in New York City named after him?

• Henry Hudson

• Jacques Cartier

• Giovanni de Verrazzano

• John Cabot

Which explorer married a 13-year-old?

• Samuel de Champlain

• John Cabot

• Christopher Columbus

• Jacques Cartier