Columbus’s Second Voyage

The video discusses Christopher Columbus's second voyage to the New World, highlighting its ambitious nature compared to his first voyage. Columbus returned with 17 ships and over 1000 men to establish a Spanish colony. Despite challenges, including conflicts with Native Americans and the spread of smallpox, Columbus's voyages proved the New World was accessible by sea, sparking further European exploration.

What was one of the main reasons Columbus needed to return to the New World?

• To establish trade with the Native Americans

• To find a new route to Asia

• To retrieve the 40 men he left behind

• To explore new islands

Why did King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella support Columbus's second voyage?

• They wanted to find a new route to India

• They were interested in establishing a Spanish colony

• They wanted to spread Christianity

• They were looking for new spices

What was the initial reaction of the Native Americans to the Spaniards on Columbus's second voyage?

• They immediately engaged in trade

• They were suspicious due to past conflicts

• They welcomed them with open arms

• They ignored their presence

What was one of the major impacts of the Spaniards' arrival on the Native American population?

• Construction of new settlements

• Establishment of new trade routes

• Spread of smallpox leading to many deaths

• Introduction of new agricultural techniques

What was one of the significant discoveries Columbus made during his second voyage?

• The Pacific Ocean

• The cocoa plant

• The route to India

• The city of gold