The Journey of Alvar Núñez Cabeza De Vaca (1527)

Who was the Governor that departed from the port of San Lucar de Barrameda in 1527?

• Alonso de Solis

• Panfilo de Narvaez

• Vasco Porcallo

• Fray Juan Suarez

How did the people try to protect themselves from the wind?

• By hiding in caves

• By locking arms under trees

• By building shelters

• By moving to higher ground

What did the Governor do when he saw the good will of the people?

• Ordered them to set sail

• Decided to remain for the season

• Built new ships

• Searched for a new route

Who was put in charge of the vessels and their crews to go to the port of Xagua?

• Alvar Núñez

• Alonso Enríquez

• Miruelo

• Alvaro de Cerda

On what date did they sight land on the coast of Florida?

• April 10

• April 12

• April 15

• April 20

What happened to the horses during the journey?

• They were all healthy

• They perished due to storms

• They were stolen

• They were sold

What did the Governor order the brigantine to do?

• Return to Spain

• Coast towards Florida

• Explore the bay

• Trade with the Indians.

What did the explorers find that seemed to be from New Spain?

• Pieces of linen and cloth

• Gold coins

• Weapons

• Pottery

The vessels were to follow the coast as far as the ______.

• Harbor

• River

• Mountain

• Desert

What was the Governor's response to the author's request not to forsake the vessels?

• He agreed

• He ignored it

• He approved the opinion of other officials

• He was undecided.