APUSH Period 1 Review Quiz

What was the primary focus of Period 1 in APUSH?

• Modern American politics

• Pre-contact Native American societies and European exploration

• World Wars

• The Industrial Revolution

Which crop was mentioned as being introduced to Europe through the Colombian Exchange?

• Barley

• Wheat

• Maize

• Rice

What was a significant effect of the Colombian Exchange on Native American populations?

• Spread of diseases like smallpox

• Introduction of new religions

• Population growth

• Technological advancements

What system did the Spanish use to subjugate Native Americans and extract wealth?

• Feudalism

• Capitalism

• Encomienda

• Mercantilism

Who supported better treatment of Native Americans and opposed the encomienda system?

• Sepulveda

• Las Casas

• Columbus

• Isabella