5th Grade SS Ch. 2, L2 Part 1

Why did the King and Queen of Spain decide to be patrons for Columbus's expedition?

• They wanted to explore new lands for fun.

• They believed the golden spices from Asia would bring back riches to pay for the war.

• They wanted to spread democracy.

• They were interested in learning new languages.

Why would Columbus's crew be happy to see land and berries?

• They were tired of eating fish.

• They could get off the boat, walk on land, and eat fresh berries.

• They wanted to start farming.

• They were looking for new animals.

What was one effect of the Reconquista?

• The king and queen lost their power.

• The king and queen were able to restore Christianity after fighting against the Muslims.

• Spain became a republic.

• The Muslims took over Spain.

Why did Columbus believe he had reached Asia?

• He had a map showing the exact route.

• Most Europeans did not know that North and South America existed.

• He found Asian spices on the islands.

• He met people who spoke Asian languages.

Why do you think the first town Columbus founded in the Americas was called La Isabela?

• It was named after a local fruit.

• To honor his patron, Queen Isabella of Spain.

• It was a common name for towns.

• It was named after Columbus's mother.

Which voyage was Columbus on when he founded La Isabela?

• First

• Second

• Third

• Fourth

How do you know that the newly discovered land between Europe and Asia was valuable?

• It had a lot of gold mines.

• Many other Europeans quickly sailed for the Americas after Columbus.

• It was easy to travel there.

• It had beautiful beaches.

What was Columbus's main goal in his expedition?

• To find a new continent.

• To find a direct sea route to Asia.

• To prove the Earth was flat.

• To become famous.

What did Columbus call the people he encountered in the Americas?

• Americans

• Indians

• Natives

• Islanders

What year did Columbus first set sail on his expedition?

• 1492

• 1500

• 1485

• 1498