5 Questions
What year did Spanish exploration of North America begin?
early sixteenth century
Who discovered 'the island of Florida' in 1513?
Juan Ponce de León
Which Spanish expedition landed in present-day Tampa Bay, Florida in 1528?
Panfilo de Narváez's expedition
Which Spanish explorer followed the failed expedition of Panfilo de Narváez?
Hernando de Soto
Which Native people repeatedly attacked the Spanish explorers in Florida?
local Native people
Test your knowledge of Spanish exploration and colonization efforts in North America with this quiz! Learn about the early expeditions led by Juan Ponce de León and Panfilo de Narváez that opened the doors for Spanish influence in the Gulf of Mexico.
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