Cabeza de Vaca & Native Americans

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What changed Cabeza de Vaca's view on enslaving Native Americans?

  • His desire for more power.
  • His prior belief in the right to enslave.
  • The King of Spain's direct order.
  • The humane treatment he received from Native Americans. (correct)

What did Cabeza de Vaca advocate for regarding Native Americans?

  • Their enslavement to benefit the Spanish crown.
  • Their forced conversion to Christianity.
  • Their complete removal from Spanish territories.
  • Their fair treatment and freedom from enslavement. (correct)

What characteristic did the Native Americans show Cabeza de Vaca?

  • Extreme violence and hostility
  • Good will and fairness. (correct)
  • A desire for wealth and power
  • Complete indifference to the Spanish explorers.

Why was Cabeza de Vaca removed as governor?

<p>For advocating against the enslavement of Native Americans. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What potential action did the Native Americans not take against Cabeza de Vaca and his men?

<p>Killing them when they had the chance. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Cabeza de Vaca's Experience

Cabeza de Vaca learned the humanity of Native Americans through kind treatment.

Enslavement Beliefs

Cabeza de Vaca believed enslaving Native Americans was wrong.

Treatment by Natives

Native Americans treated Cabeza de Vaca and his crew with goodwill despite being harmed.

Governance Philosophy

Cabeza de Vaca's humane beliefs influenced how he governed Native Americans.

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Resistance to Violence

Despite having chances, natives didn't harm Cabeza de Vaca and his crew.

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Study Notes

Cabeza de Vaca's Interactions with Native Americans

  • Cabeza de Vaca's humane treatment by Native Americans led him to oppose enslaving them.
  • Native Americans, despite opportunities to harm him, demonstrated goodwill and fairness.
  • This experience influenced his views and later governance, leading him to actively oppose the enslavement of Native Americans.
  • His opposition to enslavement was so strong that it ultimately affected his role as governor.

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