1
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By the 1500s, which European nation had sent explorers to claim land in the Americas?
A
Spain
2
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What did explorers do after claiming land in the Americas?
A
Moved on without protecting the claims
3
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What was the main reason for competing claims among European countries in the Americas?
A
To win control of as much land as possible
4
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What did Spain realize about claiming land in the Americas?
A
Claiming land was not the same as controlling it
Spain needed to protect its claims from other European nations.
5
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What actions did Spain take to protect its lands in the Americas?
A
- Built forts
- Formed colonies
6
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A land ruled by another country
A
colony
7
Q
What was the capital of New Spain?
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Mexico City
New Spain encompassed most of its land in Mexico.
8
Q
What geographical areas did New Spain include?
A
- Most of Mexico
- Islands in the Caribbean Sea
- Spanish lands north of Panama
9
Q
What was the initial reason for European settlement in the Americas?
A
To find gold and silver
10
Q
Which colony did Portugal form to the south of New Spain?
A
Brazil
11
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What was the primary need that led to the growth of slavery in the Americas?
A
Labor for plantations and mining
12
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Who were the first people forced into slavery by the Spanish and Portuguese?
A
Native Americans
13
Q
What caused many Native Americans to die during the early colonization?
A
- Hunger
- Hard labor
- Diseases (measles, smallpox)
14
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Who was Bartolomé de Las Casas?
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A landowner and priest who advocated for better treatment of Native Americans
15
Q
Where were many enslaved Africans forced to work in the Portuguese colony?
A
Sugar mills
16
Q
Where did Pedro Menéndez de Avilés and his group reach when they sailed from Spain?
A
St. Augustine, Florida
They built the first permanent European settlement in what is now the United States.
17
Q
What is El Camino Real?
A
The Royal Road
It connected many settlements to Mexico City.
18
Q
religious settlements
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Missions
Missionaries aimed to convert Native Americans to Christianity.
19
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Which settlement site was farthest north among the ones mentioned?
A
St. Augustine
20
Q
What were presidios built by Spanish soldiers?
A
Forts
They were constructed in the borderlands to protect Spanish claims.
21
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In 1610, Spanish missionaries helped settle Santa Fe, the capital of which colony?
A
New Mexico Colony
22
Q
What is the term for large estates built by settlers in the borderlands?
A
haciendas
23
Q
What role did religion play in Spanish settlements?
A
It was central to the establishment of missions and influenced the way of life in the colonies.
Missions were set up to convert Native Americans to Christianity.
24
Q
How did new animals introduced by the Spanish change Native American life?
A
- Horses helped in hunting and warfare
- They raised sheep for wool
25
What did some Native Americans learn to do with horses?
* Tame them for hunting
* Use them in warfare
26
What was the outcome of **Las Casas**' advocacy in 1550?
King Charles I of Spain ruled that the Spanish could no longer enslave Native Americans
27
What was the name of the colony that was established on **Roanoke Island**?
The Lost Colony
## Footnote
The fate of the settlers remains a mystery.
28
Who led another group of settlers to **Roanoke Island** in 1587?
John White
29
What is **stock**
Part ownership in a company
## Footnote
Investors received stock in exchange for funding the Virginia Company.
30
True or false: The settlers of Roanoke Island were successful in establishing a permanent colony.
FALSE
## Footnote
All the settlers disappeared, leading to the mystery of the Lost Colony.
31
What were the **raw materials** that the colonies were expected to provide?
* Lumber
* Other resources
## Footnote
These materials were essential for England's economic interests.
32
Who was the leader of **Jamestown** for one year?
John Smith
## Footnote
Smith implemented crucial rules that helped the colony survive.
33
What was the main reason most colonists came to **Virginia**?
To find gold and get rich
## Footnote
This led to neglecting essential activities like farming.
34
What rule did **John Smith** establish to improve conditions in Jamestown?
Anyone who did not work did not eat
## Footnote
This rule encouraged colonists to engage in farming and fort construction.
35
Who was **Pocahontas**?
Chief Powhatan's daughter
## Footnote
She played a role in establishing a brief period of peace between the Powhatan and the colonists.
36
What happened to more than half of the **colonists** in the first year?
They died
## Footnote
This was due to starvation and poor living conditions.
37
What did the colonists do to the **Powhatan's crops**?
They often stole them
## Footnote
This led to conflict between the colonists and the Native Americans.
38
What did the colonists name the river they sailed up to reach **Jamestown**?
James River
## Footnote
The river was named in honor of their king.
39
Who brought **tobacco plants** from the West Indies to Jamestown?
John Rolfe
## Footnote
Tobacco became a cash crop that significantly contributed to the colony's growth.
40
What is a **cash crop**?
A crop that people grow to sell
## Footnote
Tobacco was the primary cash crop for the Virginia Colony.
41
What were the workers called who agreed to work without pay for a length of time?
Indentured servants
## Footnote
They usually worked from four to seven years before being freed.
42
How did the status of Africans in Jamestown change over time?
They came as enslaved workers
## Footnote
Unlike indentured servants, enslaved workers were rarely freed.
43
What rights did the **Virginia Company** grant to the colonists?
The same rights as people living in England
## Footnote
This led to the establishment of a lawmaking branch of government.
44
What is a **legislature**?
A lawmaking branch of government
45
What was the **first representative assembly** in the English colonies?
House of Burgesses
## Footnote
It allowed some colonists to elect members to represent them in government.
46
Who could become members and vote in the **House of Burgesses**?
* Men who owned property
## Footnote
Women, indentured servants, and enslaved people were not allowed to hold office or vote.
47
What was the **Powhatan Wars**?
The Powhatan fought back to defend land from colonists
## Footnote
This was in response to colonists taking over more Powhatan land.
48
What was the **real name** of Pocahontas?
Matoaka - "Playful One"
## Footnote
Matoaka was the daughter of Chief Powhatan.
49
Who was captured by the Powhatan tribe and taken to **Chief Powhatan** in 1607?
John Smith
## Footnote
Pocahontas intervened to prevent harm to him.
50
What significant action did Pocahontas take to help the **English settlers**?
* Convinced the English to release Powhatan prisoners
* Stopped Powhatan warriors from attacking the English
## Footnote
Her friendship with the settlers fostered peace.
51
Who did Pocahontas marry in 1614?
John Rolfe
## Footnote
Their marriage was significant for relations between the English and Powhatan tribes.
52
What are some of the **character traits** associated with Pocahontas?
* Trustworthiness
* Respect
* Responsibility
* Fairness
* Caring
* Patriotism
## Footnote
These traits reflect her actions and legacy.
53
Who explored north along the Atlantic coast and made a map of the northern area in 1614?
John Smith
## Footnote
He named the region New England and wrote a book called *A Description of New England*.
54
What is the modern-day region that includes the states of Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine?
New England
## Footnote
This region was named by John Smith during his exploration.
55
What motivated some people to move to New England according to John Smith's book?
* To make money
* For religious reasons
56
What church did King Henry VIII establish in England after banning the Catholic Church?
Church of England
57
Why did the Pilgrims leave the Netherlands?
They did not like the Dutch way of life
## Footnote
They wanted to build a society with shared religious beliefs.
58
What agreement did the Virginia Company make with the Pilgrims regarding their passage to North America?
The Virginia Company agreed to pay for their passage in exchange for lumber and furs
## Footnote
This was part of the Pilgrims' plan to repay the company.
59
On what ship did the Pilgrims leave England in September 1620?
Mayflower
## Footnote
The Pilgrims embarked on their journey to North America on this ship.
60
Why were **women** not allowed to sign the **Mayflower Compact**?
Because women had fewer rights than men
## Footnote
This reflects the historical context of gender rights during that time.
61
What was the **original destination** of the Mayflower?
Virginia
## Footnote
The ship was blown off course by storms.
62
Where did the **Mayflower** ultimately land?
Cape Cod, in what is now Massachusetts
63
What is the **Mayflower Compact**?
An agreement signed by the men aboard the Mayflower to establish self-government
64
What did the signers of the **Mayflower Compact** agree to do?
## Footnote
This was a significant step towards self-governance.
65
What concept of governance was introduced by the **Mayflower Compact**?
Self-government
## Footnote
This was a novel idea at a time when monarchs ruled.
66
What principle does the **Mayflower Compact** include regarding decision-making?
Majority rule
## Footnote
If more than half agreed to a law, everyone had to follow it.
67
What resources were nearby the site chosen for the **Plymouth** colony?
* Fresh water
* Good land for growing crops
## Footnote
These resources were crucial for the settlers' survival.
68
What did **William Bradford** write about the settlers' arrival?
They fell upon their knees and blessed the God of heaven
## Footnote
This reflects the settlers' gratitude upon reaching land.
69
Who helped the **Pilgrims** by showing them how to plant squash, corn, and pumpkins?
Tisquantum
## Footnote
Tisquantum, also known as Squanto, was a member of the Wampanoag tribe.
70
What did Tisquantum help the colonists trade for?
* Metal goods
* Cloth
* Furs
71
True or false: The **Pilgrims** and the **Wampanoag** both benefited from their cooperation.
TRUE
## Footnote
Both groups had valuable items to trade, leading to mutual benefits.
72
What was scarce for the **Pilgrims** during their first winter?
Food
## Footnote
This scarcity made Tisquantum's help particularly important.
73
How did **Samoset** greet the English settlers?
Welcome, Englishmen
## Footnote
Samoset was a Native American who learned English from sailors.
74
What was the condition of the settlers by the **spring** after their first winter?
50 of the 102 settlers had died
## Footnote
The first winter was very hard and long for the Plymouth settlers.
75
What did Tisquantum teach the **Pilgrims** to do?
Fish
## Footnote
Tisquantum's knowledge was crucial for the survival of the Pilgrims.
76
What was Tisquantum's fate before returning to help the **Pilgrims**?
He had been taken and sold as an enslaved worker
## Footnote
Tisquantum spent several years in England before returning home.
77
What role did a **drummer** play in Plymouth?
To announce important news
## Footnote
This was a common practice for sharing news in earlier times.
78
What did the **Plymouth colonists** do to help with food shortages upon their arrival?
Divided the harvest equally among the families
## Footnote
This was an initial measure to ensure that all families had enough food.
79
What were the main sources of **prosperity** for the Plymouth colonists?
* Farming
* Fishing
* Fur trading
## Footnote
These activities contributed to the economic growth of the colony.
80
True or false: After 1630, many new English colonists were friendly toward the **Native Americans**.
FALSE
## Footnote
Many new colonists were not friendly and settled on Native American lands, leading to conflicts.
81
What happened to trade between the Plymouth colonists and **Native Americans** as fights broke out?
Trade came to an end
## Footnote
The conflicts disrupted the previously cooperative relationship.
82
Who helped make peace with local tribes before supporting a war against Native Americans?
William Bradford
## Footnote
His actions contributed to the changing relationship between colonists and Native Americans.
83
What was the main idea regarding the **Virginia Company** and the Pilgrims?
The Virginia Company agreed to pay for the Pilgrims' passage to North America
## Footnote
This financial support was crucial for the Pilgrims' journey.
84
As Native American homelands grew smaller, what did tribes do?
Fought with each other for control of hunting grounds
## Footnote
This conflict was exacerbated by the encroachment of colonists.
85
True or false: The **Mayflower Compact** was a document that established self-government for the Pilgrims.
TRUE
## Footnote
It was a significant step towards self-governance in the New World.
86
What were the **growing troubles** between English colonists and Native Americans a result of?
Colonists moving onto Native American land
## Footnote
This led to conflicts and a deterioration of relationships.
87
Fill in the blank: The **Pilgrims** left Europe to establish a society based on their _______.
religious beliefs
## Footnote
Their journey was motivated by the desire for religious freedom.
88
Who began the French claims to the region known as **New France**?
Jacques Cartier
89
What was the primary motivation for French merchants in New France?
Wealth from the fur trade
90
What **Samuel de Champlain** found?
Quebec
91
What was the aim of the **French Catholic missionaries** who arrived in New France in the 1630s?
Convert Native Americans to Catholicism
92
True or false: New France grew quickly compared to Spanish and English colonies.
FALSE
## Footnote
New France grew slowly, with only two main settlements: Quebec and Montreal.
93
What were the two main settlements built by the French in North America during the 1600s?
* Quebec
* Montreal
94
What was the name of the Dutch colony established in North America?
New Netherland
95
The Dutch set up New Netherland primarily to profit from the **________**.
fur trade
96
What happens to the price of a good when demand is high and supply is low?
The price usually goes up
## Footnote
This is a basic principle of economics regarding supply and demand.
97
What was the Native Americans' belief about land ownership?
Land was for all people to use
## Footnote
They believed nobody could own the land, differing from the settlers' views.
98
What did the Dutch build for protection in **New Amsterdam**?
A fort with high walls made of stone
## Footnote
This fort was built to protect the settlement.
99
What was the concern of the **Dutch** regarding the **Swedes** settling in New Sweden?
That they would enter the fur trade
## Footnote
The Dutch had a strong fur-trading relationship with the Algonquian nearby.
100
What caused conflicts between the **colonists** and **Native Americans** in the late 1630s?
Clearing more land for farms
## Footnote
This led to attacks on each other's farms and villages.
101
What action did the colonists take against Native American villages?
Sent out an army that destroyed villages
## Footnote
This occurred after many colonists and Native Americans had been killed.
102
What was the primary reason for fighting among **English and Dutch colonists** in New France?
Control over the fur trade
## Footnote
Fighting also involved Native American groups, particularly the Huron and Iroquois tribes.
103
Which tribes were allies with the **French** and the **Dutch/English** respectively?
* Huron: French
* Iroquois: Dutch and English
## Footnote
The alliances influenced the dynamics of power and conflict in the region.
104
Who were the two explorers that set out to find the **Mississippi River** in 1673?
* Jacques Marquette
* Louis Joliet
## Footnote
They were aided by Native Americans in their exploration.
105
What did Marquette and Joliet discover about the **Mississippi River**?
It was not the Northwest Passage
## Footnote
They floated down the river to present-day Mississippi before turning back.
106
Who was the French explorer that claimed the **Mississippi River valley** for France?
René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de la Salle
## Footnote
He named the region Louisiana in honor of King Louis XIV.
107
What hardships did La Salle's expedition face during their journey?
* Running out of food
* Living on potatoes and alligators
## Footnote
These difficulties contributed to the challenges of establishing a settlement.
108
True or false: The French king **Louis XIV** wanted to lose France's North American lands.
FALSE
## Footnote
He made New France a royal colony to protect these lands.
109
Who were the leaders of the **expedition to Louisiana** that reached the northern coast of the Gulf of Mexico in 1699?
* Pierre Le Moyne
* Jean-Baptiste
## Footnote
They found the mouth of the Mississippi River and built a settlement along the river.
110
What significant town became Louisiana's capital in 1722?
New Orleans
## Footnote
It was one of the colony's first towns.
111
What structures did settlers build to protect New Orleans from floodwater?
Levees
## Footnote
Levees are earthen walls designed to prevent flooding.
112
What labor source did many plantation owners in Louisiana turn to due to a shortage of workers?
Enslaved Africans
## Footnote
The French government passed laws limiting where Africans could live and what work they could do.
113
What did it mean that the **French king** make Louisiana a **proprietary colony**?
This meant the whole colony was given to one person who would own it.
114
Who became the owner of Louisiana in 1717?
John Law
## Footnote
He was a Scottish banker who started a company to build plantations and towns.
115
What structures did settlers build to protect New Orleans from floodwater?
Levees
## Footnote
Levees are earthen walls designed to prevent flooding.
116
What labor source did many plantation owners in Louisiana turn to due to a shortage of workers?
Enslaved Africans
## Footnote
The French government passed laws limiting where Africans could live and what work they could do.
117
Why was it **hard for the French** to control land in North America?
Wasn't enough French colonists
118
What is the definition of **ally**?
A partner or supporter in a conflict
## Footnote
Often refers to Native American tribes partnering with settlers.
119
What was the primary **economy** of the Spanish colonies?
Gold and silver mining
## Footnote
Economic focus was on extracting valuable resources.
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