Exploration
Who were the four major countries involved in European exploration?
England, France, Spain, Portugal
What was the significance of Columbus's exploration?
"Found Americas" led to the columbian exchange
- Northeast near modern day New Jersey
- fur trade
- Practiced religious tolerance
Define Northwest Passage
a northern sea route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans
What were the 3 primary reasons for exploration?
God, Gold, Glory
What was the significance of Juan Ponce De Leon's exploration?
He gave Florida it's name.
Where did France colonize? What was there relationship with the native Americans?
- Canada and Mississippi River
- Respect for Native Americans
Members of a religious group sent into an area to evangelize or offer ministries of service.
List examples of technology that help European exploration.
Carrack, Caravel, compass, astrolabe, quadrant
What was the significance of Jean Ribualt's exploration?
He discovered the St. John's river in present day Jacksonville
Where did Spain colonize? What was there religion? What was there relationship with the Native Americans?
- South and Southwest of U.S
- restricted to Catholics
- Sought to convert Native Americans
What was the protestant reformation?
A religious movement rejecting and changing some Roman Catholic teachings creating the protestant reformation.
Where did Portugal explore, how was this different than most European countries?
Portugal explored around the Coast of Africa where most European countries explored the new world
Why was Henry Hudson's exploration significant?
- Atlantic Coast of US
- non-Catholic, Protestant
- Originally friendly but eventually turned more hostile
Define Conquistador.
a Spanish conqueror/explorer
How did the technology of Native Americans compare to that of Europeans?
Native Americans lacks firearms and other technological advancements such as large sea fairing ships.
Why was Rovert Cavelier de la Salle's exploration significant?
he named Louisiana after the King of France
What is an indentured servant?
a person who agrees to work for a specified period of time in exchange for travel to the new world.