Christopher Columbus - The Discovery Of America And What Happened After

The transcript details Columbus's arrival in the Bahamas in 1492, his interactions with the Tainos, and the subsequent exploitation and conflict. Columbus's initial contact was peaceful, but tensions rose as the Spanish sought gold and resources. The Tainos, led by figures like Ana Kaona and Enrique, resisted Spanish oppression. Despite their efforts, the Taino population drastically declined due to violence, disease, and exploitation, leading to their near extinction by the end of the century.

What did the Taino people initially think of the Spaniards upon their arrival?

• They considered them as traders.

• They thought they were gods.

• They thought they were explorers.

• They believed they were enemies.

What was the name of the fort established by Columbus using the remains of the Santa Maria?

• Fort Isabella

• Fort La Navidad

• Fort Columbus

• Fort Taino

What was the primary reason for the destruction of Fort La Navidad?

• A natural disaster

• A Taino uprising due to Spanish misbehavior

• An attack by rival European explorers

• A fire caused by negligence

What was the consequence for Tainos who failed to meet the gold tribute demanded by the Spaniards?

• They were taxed heavily.

• They were exiled.

• They were imprisoned.

• Their hands were cut off.

Who was the Taino leader that chose execution over submission to the Spaniards?

• Kotubana Mahwal

• Enrique

• Ana Kaona

• Guacanagari

What strategy did Enrique use in his resistance against the Spaniards?

• Building alliances with other European powers

• Diplomatic negotiations

• Guerrilla warfare

• Direct confrontation

What was the outcome of Enrique's rebellion against the Spaniards?

• Complete defeat of the Spaniards

• Enrique's capture and execution

• The establishment of a new Taino kingdom

• A treaty granting Tainos freedom and possession