Unit 2 Florida's Explorers TEST

What does "Colonization" refer to?

• The process of establishing settlements in a new territory by a group of people.

• A journey undertaken for exploration.

• A community established in a new area.

• A religious settlement.

Answer explanation

Colonization specifically refers to the process of establishing settlements in a new territory by a group of people, making it the most accurate choice among the options provided.

What is an "Expedition"?

• A journey undertaken for a specific purpose, often for exploration or research.

• A community established in a new area.

• A religious settlement.

• A legendary spring.

Answer explanation

An 'Expedition' refers to a journey undertaken for a specific purpose, typically for exploration or research, distinguishing it from other options like settlements or legends.

What is a "Settlement"?

• A community established in a new area.

• A journey undertaken for exploration.

• A religious mission.

• A claim to land.

Answer explanation

A "Settlement" refers to a community established in a new area, often involving the establishment of homes and infrastructure. This distinguishes it from exploration, religious missions, or land claims.

Who are "Indigenous Peoples"?

• The original inhabitants of a region, often with distinct cultures and traditions.

• Spanish explorers and conquerors.

• People who establish new settlements.

• People who travel for exploration.

Answer explanation

Indigenous Peoples are the original inhabitants of a region, characterized by their unique cultures and traditions, distinguishing them from later settlers or explorers.

What is a "Mission"?

• A religious settlement established to spread Christianity among Indigenous peoples.

• A journey for exploration.

• A claim to land.

• A legendary spring.

Answer explanation

A "Mission" refers to a religious settlement aimed at spreading Christianity, particularly among Indigenous peoples, distinguishing it from other definitions like exploration or land claims.

What does "Claim" mean in the context of exploration?

• To assert ownership or right to land or resources.

• To establish a new settlement.

• To lead a religious mission.

• To travel for exploration.

Answer explanation

In the context of exploration, 'Claim' refers to the act of asserting ownership or rights to land or resources, distinguishing it from other activities like settlement or travel.

What is the "Fountain of Youth"?

• A legendary spring that supposedly restores the youth of anyone who drinks from it.

• A religious mission.

• A new settlement.

• A journey for exploration.

Answer explanation

The "Fountain of Youth" is a legendary spring believed to restore youth to anyone who drinks from it, making it a mythical concept rather than a religious mission, settlement, or exploration journey.

Who was the first documented European to set foot in Florida?

• Juan Ponce de Leon

• Panfilo de Narvaez

• Hernando de Soto

• Christopher Columbus

Answer explanation

Juan Ponce de Leon was the first documented European to set foot in Florida in 1513, seeking the Fountain of Youth. Other explorers like Narvaez and de Soto arrived later, while Columbus never reached Florida.

What was the outcome of Panfilo de Narvaez's expedition?

• The expedition failed; many men died, and Narvaez himself was lost at sea.

• The expedition was successful, and new settlements were established.

• The expedition discovered the Fountain of Youth.

• The expedition led to the spread of Christianity.

Answer explanation

The correct choice highlights that Panfilo de Narvaez's expedition was a failure, resulting in many deaths and Narvaez being lost at sea, contrasting with the other options that suggest success or discovery.

What was Hernando de Soto searching for during his expedition?

• Gold and other riches

• The Fountain of Youth

• New settlements

• Indigenous Peoples

Answer explanation

Hernando de Soto was primarily searching for gold and other riches during his expedition, as many explorers of his time were motivated by the prospect of wealth in the New World.