Unit 2 Vocabulary Quiz

What is the term for traveling through an unknown land to learn about it?

• Conquest

• Exploration

• Mission

• Occupation

Oliver sets out on a journey through a vast, uncharted forest to learn more about its landscape and wildlife. What is the term for this kind of activity?

• Conquest

• Exploration

• Mission

• Occupation

Which term describes a journey that is planned to explore an area of land?

• Expedition

• Mission

• Claim

• Viceroy

What do you call a Spanish official who rules in the name of the king or queen?

• Conquistador

• Viceroy

• Missionary

• Scout

Which term refers to a religious settlement?

• Mission

• Contact

• Occupation

• Claim

If a group of people is sent out to search for something, what are they called?

• Conquistadors

• Scouting Party

• Viceroys

• Missionaries

William, Rohan, and Lily are sent out to look for a missing hiker in the forest. What are they called?

• Conquistadors

• Scouting Party

• Viceroys

• Missionaries

Which of the following best describes the main goal of conquistadors in the Americas?

• To establish religious settlements

• To conquer and claim land for Spain and gain wealth and glory

• To serve as viceroys for the Spanish king or queen

• To scout new trade routes

How does the term "claim" differ from "conquer" in the context of exploration?

• "Claim" means to take control by force, while "conquer" means to demand ownership.

• "Claim" is a demand for something believed to belong to you, while "conquer" involves taking control over land by force.

• "Claim" and "conquer" mean the same thing.

• "Claim" refers to religious settlements, while "conquer" refers to exploration.

Which scenario best illustrates the concept of "contact"?

• A group of explorers mapping a new river

• Two groups meeting for the first time and exchanging goods

• A country sending a viceroy to rule a colony

• Soldiers occupying a new territory