American Literature Midterm Summary
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What was the objective of the 'American Literature' course as described in the text?

  • To study literature from pre-Columbian times to the Civil War (correct)
  • To focus only on modern American literature
  • To explore the literature of European countries
  • To analyze literature from the Civil War to the 20th century

    • Why did Christopher Columbus sail in 1492?

  • To establish a colony in America
  • To find a new trade route to India (correct)
  • To explore uncharted territories in Europe
  • To search for hidden treasure in the Americas

    • What did Christopher Columbus assume about the inhabitants of the Americas?

  • He believed they were Vikings from Scandinavia
  • He considered them to be Europeans
  • He thought they were Indians from India (correct)
  • He assumed they were of African descent

    • What term did Columbus use to refer to the native inhabitants of the Americas?

    <p>Red Indians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ships did Columbus sail on during his voyage in 1492 according to the text?

    <p>Nina, Pinta, Santa Maria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What era does the 'American Literature' course cover based on the text?

    <p>Pre-Columbian times to the Civil War in 1861</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the initial reaction of the native inhabitants when Columbus and the Spanish explorers landed?

    <p>They welcomed the explorers with friendliness and hospitality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Columbus view the native people, according to his letters to the king?

    <p>He believed they were an inferior race that could be easily commanded and forced to work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What actions did the Spanish conquistadors take against the native inhabitants, according to the text?

    <p>They exterminated tribes, destroyed lands, slaughtered animals, and committed genocide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the quote by Horatio Seymour suggest about the treatment of the native inhabitants?

    <p>It suggests that the native inhabitants were denied protection and rights in their own land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is questionable about the claims regarding the origin of the native American people?

    <p>The claims aim to strip the native inhabitants of their identity and possession of their own land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as part of the culture of the native inhabitants?

    <p>Advanced mathematical systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

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