WorksheetsConquest of the New World
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 4mins
What was the outcome of the clash between the Spaniards and the Imperial Army in Peru?
The Spaniards were massacred and the Imperial Army took control
Both sides suffered heavy casualties
The Spaniards massacred the Imperial Army and took control
The Spaniards retreated and the Imperial Army maintained control
According to Professor Jared Diamond, what is the key factor that separates winners from losers in conquest?
Religion and cultural beliefs
Military strategy and tactics
Geography and land resources
Technological advancements
What advantage did horses give the conquistadors in their conquest of the Inca Empire?
Horses provided a source of food and materials
Horses allowed for faster travel and mobility
Horses were used as a form of currency
Horses were considered sacred by the Incas
What technological advantage did the conquistadors have over the Incas?
Advanced gunpowder weapons
Superior naval fleet
Stronger fortifications
More efficient farming tools
How did the Inca Emperor Atahuallpa initially react to the presence of the conquistadors?
He welcomed them as gods and offered them gifts
He ordered his army to attack and drive them away
He ignored them and continued with his religious retreat
He sent a messenger to negotiate a peaceful meeting
What advantage did the conquistadors have over the Inca army in terms of weapons technology?
They had superior armor and shields
They had more advanced siege weapons
They had access to gunpowder and firearms
They had better training and discipline
What tactic did the conquistadors use to gain an advantage over the Inca Emperor Atahuallpa?
They launched a surprise attack on the Inca camp
They kidnapped the Inca Emperor and held him hostage
They formed an alliance with rival Inca tribes
They used psychological warfare to intimidate the Inca
What was the role of Francisco Pizarro in the conquest of the Inca Empire?
He was the leader of the Inca army
He was a diplomat who negotiated peace with the Incas
He was a retired Army captain who led the conquistadors
He was a historian who documented the conquest
