Florida Social Studies Week 7
Spanish Explorers
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Who sailed to Florida looking for the Fountain of Youth?
- A.
Christopher Columbus
- B.
Pedro Menendez
- C.
Hernando de Soto
- D.
Juan Ponce de Leon
- E.
Panfilo de Narvaez
Correct Answer
D. Juan Ponce de LeonExplanation
Juan Ponce de Leon sailed to Florida looking for the Fountain of Youth. He was a Spanish explorer and conquistador who became the first Governor of Puerto Rico. Ponce de Leon is famous for his search for the mythical Fountain of Youth, a legendary spring that was believed to have the power to restore youth. Although he did not find the fountain, his expedition to Florida in 1513 marked the first recorded European exploration of the area. Ponce de Leon's search for the Fountain of Youth has become a popular legend and is often associated with his name.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the reason Juan Ponce de Leon wanted to stay young?
- A.
He thought that he could look younger than the king.
- B.
The ocean air made him look much older than he was.
- C.
He did not want to have wrinkles.
- D.
He wanted to marry a much younger woman.
Correct Answer
D. He wanted to marry a much younger woman.Explanation
Juan Ponce de Leon wanted to stay young because he desired to marry a much younger woman.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What are the three reasons the Spanish Explorers came to La Florida?
- A.
Guts, Gore, Gold
- B.
Gold, God, Glory
- C.
Good, Glory, Great
- D.
None of these answers
Correct Answer
B. Gold, God, GloryExplanation
The Spanish Explorers came to La Florida for three main reasons: gold, god, and glory. They were driven by the desire to find wealth and riches, as well as to spread the Catholic faith and convert the indigenous people. Additionally, they sought to gain fame and prestige for themselves and their country through their explorations and conquests.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which explorer landed near Manatee River and then discovered the Mississippi River?
- A.
Hernando de Soto
- B.
Fernando de Soto
- C.
Barrack Obama
- D.
Juan Ponce de Leon
Correct Answer
A. Hernando de SotoExplanation
Hernando de Soto is the correct answer because he is the explorer who landed near Manatee River and then discovered the Mississippi River.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How many times did Ponce de Leon sail to Florida?
Correct Answer
1
2
3Explanation
Ponce de Leon sailed to Florida three times. He first sailed to Florida in 1513, during which he explored the east coast of the peninsula. He then returned in 1521 with the intention of establishing a permanent settlement, but was met with resistance from the native Calusa tribe and was wounded in battle. He made a final voyage to Florida in 1523, where he ultimately died from his injuries. Thus, Ponce de Leon sailed to Florida three times in total.Rate this question:
- 6.
One who conquers other nations to get gold and glory is called a
Correct Answer
conquistadorExplanation
A conquistador is a term used to describe an individual who seeks to conquer other nations with the primary motivation of acquiring wealth and gaining fame or glory. This term is commonly associated with the Spanish explorers and conquerors who ventured into the Americas during the 16th century, such as Hernán Cortés and Francisco Pizarro. These conquistadors played a significant role in the colonization and exploitation of the New World, often driven by their desire for gold and the prestige that came with their conquests.Rate this question:
- 7.
What do you think happened to Panfilo de Narvaez?
- 8.
How many explorers found gold in Florida?
- A.
All of them
- B.
1
- C.
2
- D.
6
- E.
0
Correct Answer
E. 0Explanation
The answer is 0 because no explorers found gold in Florida. This suggests that there were no successful gold mining expeditions or discoveries in Florida by any explorers.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Ponce de Leon found the Fountain of Youth. (True or False)
Correct Answer
True
False - 10.
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