The Rise of New Spain: Conquest, Culture, and Cathedral

The Rise of New Spain: Conquest, Culture, and Cathedral

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Geography, Arts

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the history of New Spain, starting with the Spanish conquest led by Hernan Cortes and the establishment of a viceroyalty under the Spanish crown. It discusses the conversion of indigenous peoples to Catholicism, the political and religious changes, and the economic exploitation of resources. The video also highlights the cultural strategies of building on former pagan sites, the vast trade networks, and the diverse cultural influences that shaped the unique art of New Spain.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption built upon?

A Roman basilica

A Spanish fortress

A Mayan pyramid

A former Aztec temple

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was responsible for the Spanish conquest that led to the establishment of New Spain?

Christopher Columbus

Ferdinand Magellan

Hernan Cortes

Francisco Pizarro

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main goals of the Spaniards after defeating the Aztecs?

To establish trade with Asia

To convert the indigenous people to Christianity

To build new cities

To explore the Amazon

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a common practice in the construction of early Christian buildings in New Spain?

Constructing with marble

Building on top of former pagan temples

Using European stones

Using only imported materials

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How far did New Spain extend geographically?

From northern California to Central America

From Florida to Argentina

From Canada to Brazil

From Texas to the Caribbean

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the reasons the Spanish were interested in controlling New Spain?

To access its wealth and resources

To escape European conflicts

To find a route to India

To establish a new monarchy

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was NOT a product imported from the New World by the Spanish?

Gold

Silver

Silk

Chocolate

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