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Which country was Hernando De Soto originally from?
Which country was Hernando De Soto originally from?
What was the primary objective of Hernando De Soto's expedition?
What was the primary objective of Hernando De Soto's expedition?
In which part of the world did Hernando De Soto conduct his exploration?
In which part of the world did Hernando De Soto conduct his exploration?
What was a significant consequence of Hernando De Soto's expedition on indigenous peoples?
What was a significant consequence of Hernando De Soto's expedition on indigenous peoples?
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What was Hernando De Soto seeking when he came upon the Mississippi River?
What was Hernando De Soto seeking when he came upon the Mississippi River?
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Study Notes
Hernando de Soto
- Hernando de Soto was a Spanish explorer.
- De Soto's expedition's main goal was to find the mythical city of El Dorado, a city of gold.
- De Soto explored the southeastern region of what is now the United States.
- De Soto's expedition had a devastating impact on the native populations, introducing diseases and killing many.
- De Soto's expedition was the first European expedition to discover the Mississippi River.
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Test your knowledge on the Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto and his expedition in the southeastern United States. Discover the impact of his journey, including the search for El Dorado and the introduction of diseases to native populations. This quiz covers key events and discoveries related to de Soto's exploration.
