Colonization and Exploration History

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Which event led to the Proclamation Line of 1763?

The death of King Philip

The French and Indian War (correct)

The founding of St. Augustine

The Pilgrims' arrival at Plymouth

Who is known for his role in the development of dead-reckoning navigation?

Ptolemy

Hernando de Soto (correct)

Francisco Vázquez de Coronado

Johan Gutenberg

What was the significance of the Seven Years War (French & Indian War) in relation to the American colonies?

It led to increased tensions between the colonies and Britain. (correct)

It resulted in the establishment of the House of Burgesses.

It marked the beginning of the Fur Trade.

It brought about the formation of the Continental Army.

Who was a prominent figure associated with the Great Awakening in colonial America?

Jonathan Edwards Signup and view all the answers

Why did Columbus believe he could sail west to reach Asia?

Ptolemy’s maps suggested that one can sail west to reach the East Indies. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for European inspiration to venture into the spice trade?

To establish or secure routes to regions where spices were produced. Signup and view all the answers

What did Columbus discover upon making landfall on October 12, 1492?

The Bahamian islands Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of Ptolemy’s Guide to Geography for Columbus?

To gain knowledge about geography and potential sailing routes to Asia. Signup and view all the answers

During which period did the Americas have a multitude of nations and tribes prior to European contact?

Pre-Columbian Period Signup and view all the answers

Which stage is known for the use of stone tools and is often referred to as 'The Stone Age'?

Lithic Stage Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of cultures in the Archaic Stage?

Developing technologies such as pottery, weaving, and agriculture Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to refer to the period before Columbus' arrival in the Americas?

Pre-Columbian Period Signup and view all the answers

Which technologies were possessed by the cultures of the Formative Stage?

Pottery, weaving, and food production Signup and view all the answers

Where could the best examples of formative culture north of modern-day Mexico be found?

In the deserts of the southwest and in the Mississippi River Valley Signup and view all the answers

Which group is referred to as the 'Cliff-dwellers'?

Ancestral Puebloan Peoples Signup and view all the answers

Where can evidence of the Mississippian mound-building culture that evolved from Cahokia be seen today?

Georgia Signup and view all the answers

What did Amerigo Vespucci claim to have understood during his voyages?

The existence of a new continent Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Columbian Exchange on the native populations of the New World?

They suffered devastating effects due to European diseases Signup and view all the answers

What inspired Martin Waldseemüller to apply the name 'America' to his map of the New World?

Vespucci's understanding that he was on an unknown continent Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Columbus's expeditions on the American continents?

They initiated centuries of exploration and exploitation in the Americas Signup and view all the answers