Dutch Trade and Conflict in the 16th Century

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Where did the Dutch establish their headquarters in Asia under the VOC Company?

Java Island (correct)

Borneo

Sumatra

Sri Lanka

What was the primary purpose of the Dutch East India Trade Company (VOC)?

To explore the Americas

To engage in agriculture in Asia

To establish control and expand Dutch influence in Asia (correct)

To promote art and culture in Europe

Who was the Dutch Admiral that reached the eastern coast of Sri Lanka in 1602?

Antonio van Diemen

Joris Van Spilbergen (correct)

Cornelis Matelieff de Jonge

Willem Janszoon

Why was King Wimaladharmasuriya I disappointed with the Portuguese?

Because of their military aggression Signup and view all the answers

Who led the delegation that met King Wimaladharmasuriya I about three months after Spilbergen had left?

Seebald de Weert Signup and view all the answers

What did the Dutch inevitably have to do in the Indian Ocean to build their trade power?

Fight against the Portuguese Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Dutch begin to rebel against the Spanish?

To gain independence from Spain Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the Dutch ships being prohibited from entering Lisbon Harbour?

As part of King Phillip II's efforts against the Dutch Signup and view all the answers

How did the Dutch manage to discover the sea route to Asia?

By utilizing spies and other means Signup and view all the answers

What competition arose among Dutch companies in Asia after 1602?

Competition in buying commodities produced in Asia Signup and view all the answers

What powers were granted to the VOC Company according to the royal mandate?

Powers to engage in trade activities, build fortresses, and appoint governors Signup and view all the answers

What prompted the amalgamation of several Dutch trade companies into the VOC Company in 1602?

The lack of legal authority and competition among Dutch companies Signup and view all the answers

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