Colonization Voyages

During which time period did the colonization voyages begin and continue?

• 1200s-1300s

• 1500s-1700s

• 1400s-1600s

• 1600s-1800s

How did expeditions primarily make money during the Renaissance and Colonization Voyages?

• By discovering new trade routes for their nations

• By selling maps to other explorers

• By collecting artifacts from new lands

• By establishing colonies in foreign territories

What was the main purpose of expeditions during the Renaissance and Colonization Voyages?

• To discover new lands

• To spread Christianity

• To make money by discovering new trade routes

• To establish colonies

Which other countries established colonies in the newly occupied territories?

• Spain

• France

• Great Britain

• Portugal

Which countries were early leaders of colonization?

• France and England

• Portugal and Spain

• Italy and Germany

• Netherlands and Belgium

What aspect of Christopher Columbus's background and early voyages is shrouded in mystery?

• His birthplace

• His favorite food

• His favorite color

• His favorite sport

What were some of the darker aspects of Columbus's later voyages?

• Increased trade with indigenous peoples

• Violence and disease

• Peaceful interactions with native populations

• Scientific discoveries

What was Columbus's role in bringing awareness of the New World to Europe?

• He was a heroic figure who discovered new lands and opened up trade routes.

• He was a horrifying figure who exploited indigenous populations and initiated the transatlantic slave trade.

• He had no significant impact on bringing awareness of the New World to Europe.

• He was a controversial figure with both positive and negative aspects to his legacy.

What is the ongoing debate about celebrating Columbus Day?

• Columbus's positive contributions to history

• Columbus's controversial legacy

• Columbus's flawless character

• Columbus's unquestionable heroism

What were Columbus's interactions with the indigenous people upon his arrival in the New World?

• He established peaceful trade relationships

• He engaged in violent conflicts and exploitation

• He immediately left the New World

• He ignored the indigenous people