History of North America Quiz
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Why did Russia sell Alaska to the United States?

  • Russia thought Alaska was resource-poor and not economically viable. (correct)
  • Russia was facing internal political struggles and needed to raise money quickly.
  • Russia was focused on more valuable territories in Asia and Europe.
  • Russia was unable to defend Alaska from increasing attacks from other European powers.

    • What was the approximate cost of Alaska when the United States purchased it from Russia?

  • $1.25 Billion
  • $7.2 Million (correct)
  • $125 Million
  • $72 Million

    • Which group of people were the first Europeans to reach North America?

  • The Vikings (correct)
  • The Spanish
  • The French
  • The British

    • Which explorer is known for exploring as far down the St-Laurence river as Quebec City?

    <p>Jacques Cartier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of First Nations were encountered by settlers as they pushed west in North America?

    <p>Sioux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason Russia sold Alaska to the United States?

    <p>They believed it had limited value due to its cold climate and lack of known resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these was NOT a major challenge for early European colonization efforts in North America?

    <p>Inability to establish trade routes with China.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main objective of John Cabot's voyage in 1497?

    <p>To find a route to China</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of Indigenous people was NOT mentioned as inhabiting eastern North America?

    <p>Sioux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a lasting outcome of the Vikings' presence in North America?

    <p>Their settlements were destroyed by the native population</p> Signup and view all the answers

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