Social Studies Explorers Pre-test

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    What were the Spanish explorers mainly searching for in the New World?

    • Gold
    • Furs
    • Land to set up colonies
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This is a pre-test to see what you already know about explorers.

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  • 2. 

    Christopher Columbus was the first person to discover America.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    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!

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    This famous explorer was from Italy, but actually sailed for Spain.  He is very famous, but was in reality, way off course! - ProProfs

    This famous explorer was from Italy, but actually sailed for Spain.  He is very famous, but was in reality, way off course!

    • Vasco da Gama

    • Christopher Columbus

    • Ferdinand Magellan

    Correct Answer
    A. Christopher Columbus
    Explanation
    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!

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    What was the main purpose for the people from England to come to America?

    • They wanted to trades furs and establish Christianity for the natives who lived here.

    • They were searching for gold.

    • They were searching for religious and financial freedom by setting up their own colonies.

    Correct Answer
    A. 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.

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    Which country was Juan Ponce de Leon from?

    • Portugal

    • France

    • Spain

    Correct Answer
    A. Spain
    Explanation
    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.

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  • 6. 

    In one or two sentences, tell me what you know about the Conquistadors.

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