Social Studies Explorers Pre-test
This is a pre-test to see what you already know about explorers.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
This famous explorer was from Italy, but actually sailed for Spain. He is very famous, but was in reality, way off course!
- A.
Vasco da Gama
- B.
Christopher Columbus
- C.
Ferdinand Magellan
Correct Answer
B. Christopher ColumbusExplanation
Christopher Columbus could not get the King of Italy to finance his trip, so he went to sail for Spain. He was way off course because he thought he was in the West Indies on the other side of the world!Rate this question:
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- 2.
Christopher Columbus was the first person to discover America.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The Vikings are believed to have sailed here many years before Columbus, but since the continent of North America was well populated with Native Americans, it is most definitely true that they were here first!Rate this question:
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- 3.
What were the Spanish explorers mainly searching for in the New World?
- A.
Gold
- B.
Furs
- C.
Land to set up colonies
Correct Answer
A. GoldExplanation
Spanish explorers were mainly searching for gold in the New World. This is because gold was considered a valuable resource and was seen as a way to increase wealth and power. The Spanish believed that the New World was rich in gold and other precious metals, and they hoped to find vast reserves of gold to bring back to Spain. The search for gold was one of the primary motivations for Spanish exploration and colonization in the New World.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What was the main purpose for the people from England to come to America?
- A.
They wanted to trades furs and establish Christianity for the natives who lived here.
- B.
They were searching for gold.
- C.
They were searching for religious and financial freedom by setting up their own colonies.
Correct Answer
C. They were searching for religious and financial freedom by setting up their own colonies.Explanation
The people from England came to America in search of religious and financial freedom by establishing their own colonies. This is evident from the fact that many of the early English settlers were seeking to escape religious persecution in England and establish their own communities where they could practice their religion freely. Additionally, the establishment of colonies also provided economic opportunities for the English, as they could engage in trade and commerce in the new land.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In one or two sentences, tell me what you know about the Conquistadors.
- 6.
Which country was Juan Ponce de Leon from?
- A.
Portugal
- B.
France
- C.
Spain
Correct Answer
C. SpainExplanation
Juan Ponce de Leon was from Spain. This can be inferred from historical records and accounts which state that he was a Spanish explorer and conquistador. He is known for being the first European to set foot in Florida, which was then claimed by Spain. His exploration and colonization efforts were carried out on behalf of the Spanish crown, further confirming his nationality as Spanish.Rate this question:
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