Quiz on the Age of Exploration

The discovery of gold and silver in the Americas significantly boosted Spain's economy.

• True

• False

What was one of the main motivations for European nations during the Age of Exploration?

• Avoiding contact with other civilizations

• Searching for gold, silver, and other valuable goods

• Escaping religious conflict

• Establishing universal peace

The Reconquista in Spain ended in 1492, marking the reclaiming of territories from Muslim rule.

• True

• False

Which of the following best describes the Columbian Exchange?

• A trade network between European nations

• The exchange of goods, plants, animals, and diseases between the Old and New Worlds

• A military alliance during the Age of Exploration

• A system of labor used by European settlers

European explorers and missionaries aimed to convert indigenous populations to Christianity as part of their divine mandate.

• True

• False

What was the primary purpose of the Encomienda System?

• To provide a fair trade system with indigenous peoples

• To establish a system of labor and control over indigenous populations

• To explore uncharted territories

• To spread Christianity in Asia

Which nation established trade networks stretching from Africa to Asia during the Age of Exploration?

• Spain

• Portugal

• England

• France

The Middle Passage refers to the voyage of enslaved Africans across the Atlantic Ocean as part of the Triangular Trade.

• True

• False

Who financed Christopher Columbus's voyages?

• The King of Portugal

• The King and Queen of Spain

• The British East India Company

• The Dutch East India Company

What was one significant reason for the establishment of colonies by European nations?

• To create markets for European products

• To provide safe havens for religious dissenters

• To spread Asian culture to Europe

• To reduce population density in Europe