2.2 Europeans Gain Footholds in Asia

What was the primary goal of the Portuguese in establishing a trading empire in Asia?

• To spread Christianity

• To control the spice trade

• To establish colonies

• To form alliances with local rulers

Which island did the Portuguese seize in 1510 to strengthen their foothold in India?

• Ceylon

• Java

• Goa

• Sumatra

How did the Portuguese gain influence in southern India?

• By forming alliances with the Mughal empire

• By promising to help local princes against other European rulers

• By converting the local population to Christianity

• By establishing a democratic government

What was one of the key actions taken by the Portuguese to establish their trading empire in Asia?

• Building large plantations

• Seizing the East Indian port of Malacca

• Establishing a naval academy

• Forming a trade union with the Dutch

Which empire was established by Muslim rulers throughout most of India during the Portuguese expansion?

• Ottoman Empire

• Byzantine Empire

• Mughal Empire

• Persian Empire

How did Portuguese outposts contribute to their trading empire?

• They acted as centers for religious conversion

• They facilitated the training of local military forces

• They served as strategic points for controlling trade routes

• They were hubs for cultural interactions

Which European nation challenged Portuguese domination of Asian trade?

• The French

• The British

• The Dutch

• The Spanish

What was the impact of the Portuguese control over the spice trade in the 1500s?

• It led to the decline of the Mughal Empire

• It resulted in the spread of Portuguese culture in Asia

• It allowed Portugal to dominate European markets

• It caused a war with the Ottoman Empire