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What was Hernan Cortes's reaction to the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan?
What was Hernan Cortes's reaction to the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan?
Which of the following was a consequence of European arrival in North America for indigenous peoples?
Which of the following was a consequence of European arrival in North America for indigenous peoples?
What was the primary purpose of indentured servitude in early American settlements?
What was the primary purpose of indentured servitude in early American settlements?
How did the practice of slavery impact the economy of the New World?
How did the practice of slavery impact the economy of the New World?
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What characterized the early relationship between European colonists and Native Americans?
What characterized the early relationship between European colonists and Native Americans?
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Study Notes
Pre-Columbian American Civilizations
- Maya, Aztec, and Inca were prominent civilizations in the Americas.
- Their cultures and traditions continue to thrive today.
Spanish Conquest
- Spanish conquest was often brutal and destructive.
- Hernán Cortés, a conquistador, marveled at Tenochtitlan, the Aztec capital city.
- Cortés compared it favorably to European cities, noting its impressive bridges, causeways, and temples.
- He described it as magnificent; however, Cortés' actions led to the city's destruction and the loss of many Aztec texts.
Viking and Early English Settlement
- Viking arrival in North America predates Columbus' arrival.
- Early English settlements faced difficulties and initial failures.
- European diseases decimated indigenous populations, leading to significant deaths.
- This brought conflict and collaboration between European colonists and Native Americans.
European Colonization Motivations
- Many European settlers sought refuge from poverty and religious persecution.
- Indentured servitude was a common practice, involving labor contracts in exchange for passage to America.
- Harsh conditions often led to poor outcomes for indentured servants.
Transatlantic Slave Trade
- The slave trade involved the forced abduction of over ten million Africans.
- Enslaved people faced horrific conditions during the transatlantic journey.
- Many perished before reaching the New World.
- Enslaved labor fueled the agricultural economies of the New World, particularly in the Caribbean and Southern colonies.
Pilgrim Settlement
- The Pilgrims, English Protestants, sought religious freedom in the New World.
- They faced disagreements on the Mayflower.
- The Mayflower Compact established self-government, a significant early step in American governance.
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Explore the fascinating history of pre-Columbian American civilizations like the Maya, Aztec, and Inca, and their cultures. Discover the impact of the Spanish conquest, the Viking presence in North America, and the early English settlements. This quiz delves into the motivations for European colonization and the effects on indigenous populations.
