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Give two reasons why the Incas revolted in 1536.

The Spanish saw Manco as a puppet king and did not respect him. Manco escaped from the Spanish and then assembled an army to attack the Spanish base at Cuzco.

Explain two consequences for Spain of the discovery of silver in the Spanish Empire.

The discovery of silver in the Spanish Empire led to the development of mining towns. The discovery of silver also created a demand for slave labour, and brought significant wealth to the Spanish Empire.

In a short paragraph, summarise the role of viceroys helped Spain to govern its empire in the New World.

Viceroys were appointed by the Council of the Indies to govern Spanish territories. They had great power and acted on behalf of the Spanish government. They governed through Cabildos (town councils) and through the Audiencias (justice courts).

In two short paragraphs, explain the significance of Gonzalo Pizarro's revolt in 1544.

Gonzalo Pizarro's revolt was initially successful and he was able to rule the Inca territory for two years. However, the arrival of a Spanish army resulted in his execution. The revolt posed a problem about how Spain could govern its territories and control the rebellious encomenderos and conquistadors. This led to the founding of La Paz in 1548. Signup and view all the answers

Summarise the reasons why silver was so important to the Spanish economy.

Silver was vital for Spain's economy. It helped the Spanish to trade with the wider world, and pay for wars and fleets. The demand for goods increased and this caused inflation. Spaniards used the silver to equip soldiers to make war, and to guard treasure fleets. Signup and view all the answers

Give two reasons why Seville emerged as one of the wealthiest cities in Europe by 1550.

All goods imported to Europe from the New World had to pass through Seville. Merchants from all over Europe travelled to Seville to buy goods from the New World and bring goods to be sold in the New World. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the ways in which the Casa de Contratacion helped to create a trade monopoly with the New World.

The Casa collected taxes. It licensed captains of ships. It controlled the messages received from viceroys. It approved all voyages of exploration and trade. This created a trade monopoly with the New World, which allowed Spanish merchants to become very wealthy. Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Pizarro's execution of Atahuallpa

In 1533, Francisco Pizarro had Atahuallpa, the Inca emperor, executed in Cajamarca after agreeing to a ransom for his release.

Manco Inca Yupanqui

Half-brother of Atahuallpa, crowned Inca emperor by Pizarro in 1533.

Inca Revolt of 1536

A rebellion against Spanish rule in Peru, led by Manco Inca Yupanqui after escaping Spanish control.