Age of Discovery and Imperialism Quiz
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What was the main reason behind the Treaty of Tordesillas?

  • To expand the borders of Portugal and Spain
  • To conquer the indigenous people of the New World
  • To resolve conflicts between France and England
  • To divide the New World between Spain and Portugal (correct)
  • What was the primary motivation of France and England for their expansion to the northwest?

  • Establishing diplomatic relations with Spain and Portugal
  • Seeking resources in new territories
  • Acquiring power over new territories (correct)
  • Protecting indigenous people from Spanish and Portuguese influence
  • How did Portugal react to Spain's new found wealth from the New World?

  • They sought to establish trade relations with Spain
  • They wished to expand their borders as well (correct)
  • They were content with Spain's wealth
  • They decided to form an alliance with Spain
  • What was the impact of the Age of Discovery on European identity and citizenship?

    <p>Enhancement of European unity and nationalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the Pope play in the Treaty of Tordesillas?

    <p>He settled the division of the known world between Spain and Portugal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did France and England respond to being left out of the Treaty of Tordesillas?

    <p>They decided to expand to the northwest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the conquest of the Aztec and Incan empires in New Spain?

    <p>Great wealth for Spain and the shipment of precious metals and emeralds to Europe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Queen Elizabeth I play in the raids on Spanish ships?

    <p>She ordered the raiding of Spanish ships for the benefit of England</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Sir Francis Drake's attacks on Spanish treasure ships bring to England?

    <p>Wealth and gratitude from Queen Elizabeth I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant outcome of the military and economic success of England during the Age of Exploration?

    <p>A sense of confidence and pride among the English people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Europeans learn about Indigenous peoples as a result of the invention of printing?

    <p>Their communities operated on principles of equality and sharing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the imperialist behavior of Europeans in Central and South America?

    <p>Their desire to mine for precious metals and set up plantations for export to Spain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivated English sailors to raid Spanish ships?

    <p>Envy towards the wealth brought to Spain through the shipment of precious metals and emeralds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the English shipyards develop in response to raiding Spanish ships?

    <p>Small, fast, highly manoeuvrable vessels ideal for attacking Spanish galleons</p> Signup and view all the answers

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