European Exploration of the Americas Quiz

Who was John Cabot?

• An English explorer who reached Newfoundland

• A Dutch explorer who discovered the Hudson River

• An Italian explorer sponsored by France

• A Spanish explorer who found the Northwest Passage

What did John Cabot discover in Newfoundland?

• Spices

• Gold

• Fish

• Silk

What was Giovanni Verrazzano known for?

• Exploring the Hudson River and New York

• Establishing New Netherland

• Finding a new route to Asia

• Discovering the Hudson Bay

Which country sponsored Giovanni Verrazzano's voyages?

• Portugal

• Spain

• France

• England

What did Henry Hudson conclude about the Hudson River?

• It was full of gold

• It was the Northwest Passage

• It led to the Pacific Ocean

• It did not lead to the Northwest Passage

What happened to Henry Hudson during his last voyage?

• He discovered a new continent

• He found a new trade route to Asia

• His crew mutinied and he was set adrift

• He returned to England as a hero

What was the name of the colony established by the Dutch West India Company?

• New England

• New France

• New Amsterdam

• New Spain

Why was New Netherland established along the Hudson River?

• It was the only available land

• It had rich resources

• It was close to England

• It was the shortest route to Asia

Who became the first governor of New Netherland?

• Henry Hudson

• Peter Minuit

• Giovanni Verrazzano

• John Cabot

What was the significance of dried fish during John Cabot's time?

• It was a luxury item

• It was a rare delicacy

• It was used as currency

• It was an important source of food