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What was James Cook's main purpose for encountering the Hawaiian Islands?
What was James Cook's main purpose for encountering the Hawaiian Islands?
- To spread diseases among the native Hawaiians
- To establish a new colony in Hawaii
- To find a passage from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean for traders (correct)
- To learn about the local customs and culture
What made James Cook stand out among other European explorers?
What made James Cook stand out among other European explorers?
- His European heritage
- His expertise in astronomy
- His successful establishment of a colony in Hawaii
- His ability to communicate in the local language (correct)
How did the native Hawaiians initially perceive James Cook and his crew?
How did the native Hawaiians initially perceive James Cook and his crew?
- As traders
- As gods (correct)
- As enemies
- As explorers
Who assisted James Cook in communicating about complex topics with the native Hawaiians?
Who assisted James Cook in communicating about complex topics with the native Hawaiians?
What significant role did astronomy play in the lives of the native Hawaiians?
What significant role did astronomy play in the lives of the native Hawaiians?
How did Cook's interaction with the native Hawaiians lead to conflicts?
How did Cook's interaction with the native Hawaiians lead to conflicts?
What tragic event marked the end of James Cook's exploration journey?
What tragic event marked the end of James Cook's exploration journey?
How did James Cook's positive interactions with some native Hawaiians change over time?
How did James Cook's positive interactions with some native Hawaiians change over time?
What sets James Cook apart from other European explorers in terms of communication with native people?
What sets James Cook apart from other European explorers in terms of communication with native people?
How did Tupaia contribute significantly to James Cook's exploration of Hawaii?
How did Tupaia contribute significantly to James Cook's exploration of Hawaii?
