Unit 2: Latin American Studies

What was the Reconquista?

• A cultural movement promoting Islamic art and architecture in Spain.
• A military campaign by Muslims to expand their territory in Europe.
• The Reconquista was the period of history during which Christian kingdoms sought to reclaim the Iberian Peninsula from Muslim rule.
• A treaty signed between Christian and Muslim leaders to share the Iberian Peninsula.

What is the Iberian Peninsula?

• The Iberian Peninsula is a peninsula in southwestern Europe that includes Spain and Portugal.
• An island in the Mediterranean Sea.
• A country in South America.
• A mountain range in northern Europe.

Who was Isabella of Castile or Isabella I ?

• Isabella of Castile was known for her role in the French Revolution.
• Isabella I was a queen of France in the 16th century.
• Isabella I ruled over the Roman Empire during the 15th century.
• Isabella I of Castile was a significant historical figure who ruled from 1474 to 1504 and played a key role in the unification of Spain.

What is the inquisition?

• A legal system for resolving civil disputes.
• A method of scientific inquiry used in the Renaissance.
• A historical event marking the end of the Middle Ages.
• The Inquisition refers to the Church's efforts to identify and punish heresy.

What was the impact of the inquisition of Spain?

• The Inquisition of Spain resulted in religious persecution, cultural repression, and the decline of Spain's influence in Europe.
• The Inquisition resulted in economic prosperity and growth.
• It led to the expansion of Spain's influence in Europe.
• The Inquisition promoted religious tolerance and cultural diversity.

Which group of people did Columbus first encounter in the New World?

• Taíno
• Inca
• Aztec
• Maya

What motivated Columbus to initially explore?

• Exploration for scientific research
• Desire for fame and glory
• Religious motivations to spread Christianity
• Economic interests and the desire for new trade routes.

In Columbus's reports back to the King and Queen of Spain how did he describe the Natives he encountered?

• Columbus described the Natives as friendly, generous, and innocent.
• Columbus noted that the Natives were deceitful and treacherous.
• Columbus claimed the Natives were uncivilized and barbaric.
• Columbus described the Natives as hostile and aggressive.

What was the 3 Gs?

• Silver, Fame, and Faith
• Wealth, Power, and Peace
• Gold, Glory, and God
• Honor, Justice, and Liberty

Why did the Spanish want to spread their faith of Catholicism ?

• To increase military power in the Americas.
• To convert indigenous peoples and strengthen Spanish influence.
• To establish trade routes in Asia.
• To promote Protestantism in Europe.