1.
POPE ALEXANDER TOLD PORTUGAL AND SPAIN TO
Correct Answer
C. CHRISTIANIZE ANY NON-CHRISTIANS
Explanation
The correct answer is "CHRISTIANIZE ANY NON-CHRISTIANS" because Pope Alexander instructed Portugal and Spain to convert any non-Christians they encountered to Christianity. This was part of the larger goal of spreading Christianity and expanding the influence of the Church. The Pope's directive allowed for the use of force if necessary to achieve this objective.
2.
THE LAW OF CHRISTIAN NATIONS STATES
Correct Answer
A. NATIVE PEOPLE HAVE NO RIGHTS TO THEIR LAND BECAUSE THEY WERE NOT CHRISTIAN AT THE TIME THEY WERE DISCOVERED
Explanation
The given answer suggests that according to the Law of Christian Nations, native people have no rights to their land because they were not Christian at the time they were discovered. This implies that Christianity is considered the law of the land, and all laws are based on Christ's teachings. Therefore, it is believed that no Christian nation can seize the lands of non-Christians. This explanation highlights the discriminatory and ethnocentric nature of the Law of Christian Nations, which disregards the rights of native people based on their religious beliefs.
3.
THE DOCTRINE OF DISCOVERY STATES
Correct Answer
A. A LAND NOT OCCUPIED BY A CHRISTIAN NATION IS DISCOVERED BY THE FIRST CHRISTIAN NATION IS TO COME ACROSS IT
Explanation
The correct answer is "A LAND NOT OCCUPIED BY A CHRISTIAN NATION IS DISCOVERED BY THE FIRST CHRISTIAN NATION IS TO COME ACROSS IT." This answer accurately reflects the Doctrine of Discovery, which was a legal principle used by European powers during the Age of Exploration. According to this doctrine, any land that was not occupied by a Christian nation could be claimed and colonized by the first Christian nation to discover it. This doctrine was used to justify the colonization and exploitation of indigenous peoples and their lands by European powers.
4.
THE UNTIED STATES
Correct Answer
A. EMBRACES THE CHRISTIAN NATIONS THEORY
Explanation
The correct answer is "EMBRACES THE CHRISTIAN NATIONS THEORY." This means that the United States supports or accepts the idea of the Christian Nations Theory. This theory suggests that the United States was founded as a Christian nation and that Christian principles should play a significant role in its governance and policies.
5.
POPE NICOLAS GAVE KING ALFONSO OF PORTUGAL PERMISSION TO
Correct Answer
A. CAPTURE SUBDUE AND ENSLAVE THE ENEMIES OF THE CHURCH
Explanation
The correct answer is CAPTURE SUBDUE AND ENSLAVE THE ENEMIES OF THE CHURCH. This answer suggests that Pope Nicolas gave King Alfonso of Portugal permission to capture, subdue, and enslave those who were considered enemies of the Church. This implies that the Pope supported the use of force and slavery as a means to protect and expand the influence of the Church.
6.
CHRISTIAN INTERNATIONAL LAW
Correct Answer
D. ALL OF THE ABOVE
Explanation
The correct answer is "ALL OF THE ABOVE." This is because the statement mentions that Christian international law states that lands without Christian owners were considered vacant, and it also claims that the first Christians to discover lands inhabited by heathens and infidels had absolute title to those lands. Additionally, it states that this concept was embraced by Spain, Portugal, France, England, Holland, Russia, and later the United States. Therefore, all of these statements are true.
7.
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING WERE PART OF THE REGULAR CLERGY EXPECT
Correct Answer
D. THE PRIEST
Explanation
The correct answer is "THE PRIEST." The question asks for the part of the regular clergy that was expected of all the mentioned groups. The options include the Dominicans, Franciscans, Jesuits, and the Priest. However, it is clear that the Priest is the correct answer as it is a general term that encompasses all religious clergy, including the mentioned groups.
8.
GENTE BAJA IS
Correct Answer
B. LOW PEOPLE O FLOW BIRTH
Explanation
The correct answer is "LOW PEOPLE O FLOW BIRTH". This suggests that "Gente Baja" refers to individuals who come from a lower social class or have a lower social status due to their birth or lineage. It implies that these people have a lower social standing compared to those from higher social classes.
9.
GENTE DE RAZON IS
Correct Answer
A. RATIONAL PEOPLE
Explanation
The term "Gente de Razon" refers to rational people. This can be inferred from the given options, as the other options do not align with the meaning of the term. "Low people, or flow birth" and "cleanliness/purity of blood" are unrelated to the term, while "converted Jew/Muslims" is a specific group of people and does not encompass all rational individuals. Therefore, the correct answer is "rational people."
10.
THE KIND AND QUEEN OF SPAIN AT THE TIME OF THE SPANISH INVASION OF MEXICO WERE
Correct Answer
C. FERDINAND AND ISABELLA
Explanation
The correct answer is Ferdinand and Isabella. During the time of the Spanish invasion of Mexico, Ferdinand and Isabella were the rulers of Spain. They sponsored Christopher Columbus' voyages and also supported the exploration and colonization of the New World. Their reign marked the beginning of the Spanish Empire's expansion and their support played a significant role in the conquest of Mexico by Hernán Cortés.
11.
THE FIRST PEOPLE TO CROSS THE ATLANTIC AS SLAVES WERE
Correct Answer
D. NATIVE AMERICAN PRISONERS
Explanation
The correct answer is Native American prisoners. This answer is based on historical records which show that Native Americans were among the first group of people to be captured and enslaved by European colonizers during the early stages of colonization in the Americas. These Native American prisoners were often forced into labor and transported across the Atlantic to work on plantations and in other industries.
12.
AFTER THE NEW LAWS ENSLAVING INDIANS WAS ILLEGAL UNLESS
Correct Answer
B. THE REQUERIMENTO WAS READ TO THEM FIRST
Explanation
The correct answer is "THE REQUERIMENTO WAS READ TO THEM FIRST". This means that before enslaving Indians, it was necessary to read the "requerimento" to them, which was a document explaining the terms and conditions of their enslavement. This ensured that the Indians were informed and aware of what they were agreeing to before being enslaved.
13.
BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS WAS
Correct Answer
A. DOMINICAN FRIAR
Explanation
Bartolome de las Casas was a Dominican friar. This means that he was a member of the Dominican Order, a religious order within the Catholic Church. As a friar, he would have taken vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, and dedicated his life to serving God and the Church. Las Casas is known for his advocacy for the rights of indigenous peoples in the Americas during the Spanish colonization, and his efforts to protect them from exploitation and abuse.
14.
THE RULER OF MEXICO- TEOCHTITLAN WHEN CORTES LANDED IN MEXICO WAS
Correct Answer
A. MOCTEZUMA
Explanation
Moctezuma was the ruler of Mexico-Tenochtitlan when Cortes landed in Mexico. He was the ninth tlatoani (ruler) of the Aztec Empire and reigned from 1502 to 1520. Moctezuma is known for his encounter with Hernán Cortés and the Spanish conquistadors, which ultimately led to the downfall of the Aztec Empire. He initially welcomed Cortés, believing him to be a god, but tensions escalated, and Moctezuma was eventually taken captive by the Spanish. His rule marked a significant period in Aztec history, as it was during his reign that the empire faced its ultimate demise.
15.
WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING WAS THE LEADER OF THE SPANISH INVASION OF MEXICO
Correct Answer
D. CORTES
Explanation
Cortes was the leader of the Spanish invasion of Mexico. He is known for his conquest of the Aztec Empire in the early 16th century. Cortes and his men arrived in Mexico in 1519, and through alliances with indigenous groups, military tactics, and the capture of the Aztec emperor Montezuma II, they were able to defeat the Aztec Empire and establish Spanish control over the region. Cortes' conquest of Mexico had a profound impact on the history and culture of the Americas.
16.
ACCORDING TO THE EUROPEAN JULIAN CALENDAR, CORTES LANDED IN MEXICO IN THE YEAR
Correct Answer
B. 1519
Explanation
The correct answer is 1519 because according to the European Julian Calendar, Cortes landed in Mexico in that year.
17.
ACCORDING TO POPULAR MYTH MOCTEZUMA THOUGHT CORTES WAS:
Correct Answer
D. THE RETURNING QUETZALCOATL
Explanation
According to popular myth, Moctezuma believed that Cortes was the returning Quetzalcoatl. Quetzalcoatl was a deity in Aztec mythology who was believed to have left the land but promised to return. Moctezuma may have seen Cortes and his Spanish army as the fulfillment of this prophecy, leading him to initially welcome Cortes as a god-like figure. This belief ultimately played a role in the downfall of the Aztec empire as Cortes took advantage of Moctezuma's trust and eventually conquered the Aztecs.
18.
MEXICO-TENOCHTITLAN FELL ON
Correct Answer
D. AUGUST 13, 1521
Explanation
Mexico-Tenochtitlan fell on August 13, 1521. This date marks the end of the Aztec Empire and the conquest of Mexico by the Spanish conquistadors led by Hernán Cortés. After a long siege, the city of Mexico-Tenochtitlan was captured by the Spanish forces, resulting in the downfall of the Aztec civilization. This event was a significant turning point in the history of Mexico and had far-reaching consequences for the indigenous peoples of the region.
19.
THE SAD NIGHT OR NOCHE TRISTE IS WHEN
Correct Answer
B. THE MEXICA PEOPLE ROSE UP AND EXPELLED THE IBERIAN INVADERS FROM TENOCHTITLAN
Explanation
The correct answer is "THE MEXICA PEOPLE ROSE UP AND EXPELLED THE IBERIAN INVADERS FROM TENOCHTITLAN." This answer accurately describes the event known as the "Noche Triste" or "Sad Night" when the Mexica people, led by their leader Cuauhtemoc, revolted against the Spanish invaders led by Hernán Cortés and drove them out of the city of Tenochtitlan in 1520. This event marked a significant turning point in the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire.
20.
THE LAST RULE OF THE MEXICA WAS
Correct Answer
C. CUAUTEMOC
Explanation
Cuauhtemoc was the last ruler of the Mexica, also known as the Aztec Empire. He became emperor in 1520, during a time of great turmoil and conflict with the Spanish conquistadors led by Hernán Cortés. Cuauhtemoc valiantly fought against the Spanish invasion but was eventually captured and executed in 1525. His resistance and bravery in the face of overwhelming odds make him a significant figure in Mexican history.
21.
THE MAN RESPONSIBLE FOR ORDERING THE BURNING OF THE MAYA BOOKS WAS
Correct Answer
D. FRAY DIEGO DE LANDA
Explanation
Fray Diego de Landa is the correct answer because he was a Spanish bishop who ordered the burning of Maya books during the Spanish conquest of the Yucatan Peninsula in the 16th century. Landa believed that the books contained heretical and idolatrous content, and he sought to eradicate indigenous cultural practices and convert the Maya people to Christianity. His actions resulted in the destruction of a significant amount of Maya literature and historical records, making it difficult for historians to fully understand and appreciate Maya civilization.
22.
BERNAL DIAZ DEL CASTILLO IS CREDITED WITH HAVING WRITTEN
Correct Answer
B. THE TRUE HISTORY OF THE CONQUEST OF MEXICO
Explanation
Bernal Diaz del Castillo is credited with having written "The True History of the Conquest of Mexico." This book is a firsthand account of the Spanish conquest of Mexico and provides valuable insight into the events and experiences of that time. Diaz del Castillo was a soldier and participant in the conquest, and his account is considered one of the most important historical sources on the subject. "Antony and Cleopatra" is a play by William Shakespeare, "The Da Vinci Code" is a novel by Dan Brown, and "The Chronicles of the Mexica" is not a known work by Diaz del Castillo.
23.
AT THE TIME OF THE INVASION, BERNAL DIAZ DEL CASTILLO WAS
Correct Answer
A. A SPANISH FOOT SOLDIER
Explanation
Bernal Diaz del Castillo was a Spanish foot soldier at the time of the invasion. This means that he was a member of the Spanish military who fought on foot during the invasion. As a foot soldier, he would have been involved in the ground combat and played a crucial role in the Spanish conquest.
24.
THE ONLY PERSON TO HAVE EVER CLAIMED TO HAVE BEEN EYEWITNESS TO A HUMAN SACRIFICE WAS
Correct Answer
D. BERNAL DIAZ DE CASTILLO
25.
THE PLACE WHERE BERNAL DIAZ CLAIMED TO BE WHEN HE SAW THE AZTECS SACRIFICING HIS COMRADES WAS
Correct Answer
C. 3-4 MILES AWAY
Explanation
The correct answer is 3-4 MILES AWAY. Bernal Diaz claimed to be 3-4 miles away when he witnessed the Aztecs sacrificing his comrades. This distance would have allowed him to observe the events from a safe distance without being directly involved or in immediate danger.
26.
IN HIS GENERAL HISTROY OF THE THINGS OF NEW SPAIN FRAY BERNARDINO DE SAHAGUM TRANSCRIBES INTO SPANISH
Correct Answer
A. THE FLORENTINE CODEX
Explanation
The correct answer is THE FLORENTINE CODEX. This is because the question is asking for the name of a book that Fray Bernardino de Sahagum transcribed into Spanish. The other options listed are not books that Sahagum transcribed.
27.
OF THE FOLLOWING WHICH WAS THE FIRST TO EXPLORE FLORIDA AND WHAT IS NOW THE UNITED STATES SOUTH
Correct Answer
B. DE SOTO
Explanation
De Soto was the first to explore Florida and what is now the United States South. He embarked on an expedition in 1539, leading a group of conquistadors to explore the southeastern region of North America. De Soto's exploration covered areas such as Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Arkansas. He was searching for gold and other riches, but his expedition ultimately ended in failure. Despite this, De Soto's exploration played a significant role in the early European exploration and colonization of the Americas.
28.
THE GREATEST FACTOR CONTRIBUTING TO THE SWIFT FALL OF THE INDIAN EMPIRES WAS
Correct Answer
B. THE RAVAGES OF DISEASE INTRODUCED BY THE SPANIARDS
Explanation
The swift fall of the Indian empires was primarily caused by the ravages of disease introduced by the Spaniards. When the Spanish arrived in the Americas, they brought with them diseases such as smallpox, measles, and influenza, which the indigenous populations had no immunity against. These diseases spread rapidly among the native people, resulting in high mortality rates and weakening the Indian empires. This allowed the Spaniards to easily conquer and control large territories, as the native populations were severely diminished and unable to effectively resist.
29.
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING WERE REASONS FOR THE DECLINE OF THE NATIVE POPULATION EXCEPT
Correct Answer
A. OUT MIGRATION
Explanation
The decline of the native population was caused by death by disease, death by war and violence, and death by overwork. However, out migration is not a reason for the decline of the native population. Out migration refers to people leaving a certain area, which does not directly contribute to a decline in population.
30.
THE FIRST TIME A POPULATION IS EXPOSED TO A NEW DISEASE THE ATTRTION RATE (RATE OF INFECTION) IS
Correct Answer
C. 2/3
Explanation
When a population is exposed to a new disease for the first time, the attrition rate or rate of infection is likely to be high. This is because the population has not developed any immunity or resistance to the disease yet. As a result, a larger proportion of the population is susceptible to getting infected, leading to a higher rate of infection. Therefore, the correct answer is 2/3, indicating that approximately two-thirds of the population is expected to be infected when exposed to a new disease for the first time.
31.
WHEN THE INDIAN POPULATION DECLINED DRASTICALLY IN THE CARIBBEAN THEY WERE REPLACED IN THE MINES BY
Correct Answer
B. AFRICAN SLAVES
Explanation
When the Indian population declined drastically in the Caribbean, they were replaced in the mines by African slaves. This suggests that the African slaves were brought in to fill the labor gap left by the declining Indian population. The transatlantic slave trade was prevalent during that time, and African slaves were forcibly brought to the Caribbean to work in various industries, including mining. This answer aligns with historical records and the practice of using African slaves as a source of labor in the Caribbean during that period.
32.
THE CASTE SYSTEM WAS
Correct Answer
A. A HIERARCHICAL SYSTEM BASED ON RACE
Explanation
The caste system was a hierarchical system based on race, where individuals were assigned to a particular social group based on their birth and ancestry. This system determined a person's social status, occupation, and opportunities in life. It was primarily prevalent in ancient India, where individuals were divided into different castes or varnas based on their perceived purity or impurity of their bloodline. This system created a rigid social hierarchy, with Brahmins (priests and scholars) at the top and Dalits (untouchables) at the bottom.
33.
PENINSULARES WERE
Correct Answer
B. FULL BLOODED SPANIARD BORN IN SPAIN
Explanation
Peninsulares were full-blooded Spaniards born in Spain. This term was used during the colonial period in Latin America to refer to individuals who were of Spanish descent and were born in Spain. They held the highest social and political status in the colonies and were often appointed to high-ranking positions in the government and the Catholic Church. Peninsulares were seen as superior to other groups in the colonies, such as Criollos (Spaniards born in the Americas) or mestizos (people of mixed European and indigenous ancestry).
34.
CRIOLLOS WERE
Correct Answer
A. FULL BLOODED SPANIARD BORN IN AMERICA
Explanation
The term "criollos" refers to individuals who were full-blooded Spaniards but born in America. They were considered to be of Spanish descent, but their place of birth distinguished them from those born in Spain. This term is commonly used to describe the colonial elite in Latin America during the Spanish colonization period.
35.
MESTIZOS WERE
Correct Answer
C. HALF SPANIARD AND HALF INDIAN
Explanation
The term "mestizo" refers to individuals who are of mixed Spanish and indigenous American ancestry. They are considered to be half Spaniard and half Indian. This term is commonly used in Latin American countries to describe people who have both European and indigenous American heritage.
36.
CASTIZOS WERE
Correct Answer
D. 3/4 SPANIARD AND 1/4 INDIAN
Explanation
The correct answer is 3/4 SPANIARD AND 1/4 INDIAN. A Castizo refers to a person in the Spanish colonial caste system who has three-quarters Spanish ancestry and one-quarter Indigenous American ancestry. They were considered to be of a higher social status than individuals with more Indigenous American ancestry, but lower than those with pure Spanish ancestry.
37.
PALABRA DE CASAMIENTO WAS
Correct Answer
C. THE PROMISE TO MARY / ENGAGEMENT
Explanation
The correct answer is "THE PROMISE TO MARY / ENGAGEMENT." "Palabra de casamiento" refers to the promise or commitment to marry someone, which is commonly known as an engagement. It is a Spanish phrase that signifies the intention to marry and the exchange of vows between two individuals. The other options mentioned in the question, such as a rumor about someone's marriage or a good name for a novel, do not accurately represent the meaning of "palabra de casamiento."
38.
GRACIAS AL SACAR IS
Correct Answer
C. THE PROCESS OF LEGITIMIZING AN ILLEGITIMATE CHILD
39.
DEBITO MATRIMONIAL WAS
Correct Answer
B. A DEBT PAID WITH INTERCOURSE TO YOUR SPOUSE
40.
THE AREA NOW KNOWN AS THE IS SOUTHWEST AND MEXICO WAS ORGINALLY CALLED BY THE SPANIARDS
Correct Answer
D. NEW SPAIN
Explanation
The given answer, "NEW SPAIN," is correct because the question states that the area now known as Southwest and Mexico was originally called by the Spaniards. "New Spain" was the name given by the Spanish colonizers to the territory they claimed and settled in the Americas during the 16th century. This name was used to refer to the vast region that included present-day Mexico, Central America, and parts of the United States.
41.
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING WERE REASONS THAT THE SPANIARDS WERE UNABLE TO SETTLE LARGE NUMBERS OF PEOPLE IN NORTHERN NEW SPAIN EXCEPT
Correct Answer
C. ABUNDANCE OF JOBS
Explanation
The Spaniards were unable to settle large numbers of people in Northern New Spain due to several reasons. The hostile nomadic Indians posed a threat to their settlements, making it unsafe for people to live there. The harsh desert climate made it difficult for agriculture and other forms of sustenance. Lack of opportunities for wealth also discouraged people from settling in the region. However, the abundance of jobs was not a reason for their inability to settle, as it would have attracted people looking for employment opportunities.
42.
AL LOF THE FOLLOWING COUNTRIES THREATENED SPAINS AMERICAN COLONIES EXPECT
Correct Answer
A. AUSTRALIA
Explanation
Australia is not a plausible answer because it did not exist as a country during the time when Spain had American colonies. The other three countries mentioned (France, Russia, and England) were all major colonial powers during that time and had conflicts with Spain over territory and resources in the Americas.
43.
SAPINS WORST ENEMY DURING THE LATTER PART OF THE COLONIAL PERIOD WAS
Correct Answer
A. ENGLAND
Explanation
During the latter part of the colonial period, England was SAPINS' worst enemy. This suggests that England posed a significant threat or obstacle to SAPINS, which could refer to a specific historical context or conflict between the two. Without further information, it is difficult to provide a more specific explanation.
44.
THE ARMADA WAS
Correct Answer
B. THE SPANISH NAVY
Explanation
The Armada refers to the Spanish Navy. It was a fleet of ships that was famously defeated by the English navy in 1588. The Spanish Armada was a significant military force that aimed to invade England and restore Catholicism. However, it was ultimately unsuccessful due to various factors such as bad weather and the skillful tactics of the English navy.
45.
THE PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN
Correct Answer
A. RAIDED SPANISH SHIPS AND UNDEFENDED COASTAL TOWNS
Explanation
The correct answer suggests that the pirates of the Caribbean engaged in the activity of raiding Spanish ships and undefended coastal towns. This implies that the pirates were a significant threat to Spanish maritime trade and coastal settlements, causing disruption and potentially economic loss. The pirates likely targeted Spanish ships carrying valuable goods and took advantage of the lack of defense in coastal towns to carry out their raids. This activity would have had a significant impact on Spanish colonial interests in the Caribbean region.
46.
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING WERE BOURBON REFORMS EXPECT
Correct Answer
D. THE SPANISH COLONIES COULD TRADE WITH OTHER EUROPEANS POWERS AND THEIR COLONIES
Explanation
The Bourbon reforms aimed to centralize and modernize the administration of the Spanish colonies in the Americas. They introduced several changes, such as replacing the viceroy system with intendants and establishing two convoys for trade between Spain and the colonies. However, one thing that did not change under the Bourbon reforms was the restriction on trade between the Spanish colonies and other European powers and their colonies.
47.
THE BOURBON REFORM INCLUDED
Correct Answer
D. THE MANILA GALLEONS BEGAN SAILING FOR THE pHILIPPINES
Explanation
The correct answer is "THE MANILA GALLEONS BEGAN SAILING FOR THE PHILIPPINES." This answer is supported by the information given in the question, which states that "THE BOURBON REFORM INCLUDED... THE MANILA GALLEONS BEGAN SAILING FOR THE PHILIPPINES." This implies that the Bourbon Reform allowed for the establishment of trade routes between Spain and the Philippines, specifically through the use of Manila Galleons.
48.
THE BOURBON INCLUDED
Correct Answer
C. THERE WERE NOW TWO CONVOYS LEAVING TO AND FROM SPAIN EACH YEAR
Explanation
The given correct answer suggests that one of the changes that occurred during the Bourbon rule was the increase in the number of convoys leaving to and from Spain each year. This implies that there was an increase in trade and communication between Spain and its colonies. The increase in convoys could have facilitated the exchange of goods, ideas, and resources, leading to a stronger connection between the Spanish colonies and other European powers.
49.
THE BOURBON REFORMS INCLUDED
Correct Answer
B. CRIOLLOS IN IMPORTANT OFFICES WERE REPLACED BY
PENINSULARES
Explanation
The Bourbon reforms included the replacement of criollos (people of Spanish descent born in the colonies) in important offices by peninsulares (people born in Spain). This policy aimed to centralize power and control in the hands of the Spanish crown, as peninsulares were seen as more loyal and obedient to the crown's interests. By replacing criollos with peninsulares, the Spanish government hoped to strengthen its control over the colonies and ensure that colonial administration aligned with its policies and goals.
50.
THE BOURBON REFORMS INCLUDED
Correct Answer
A. THE SPANISH COLONIES COULD NOW TRADE WITH EACH OTHER
Explanation
The Bourbon reforms allowed the Spanish colonies to engage in trade with each other. This was a significant change as previously, trade between the colonies was restricted and controlled by Spain. The reforms aimed to promote economic growth and development within the colonies by allowing them to establish direct trade routes and exchange goods and resources with one another. This change also reduced the dependence of the colonies on Spain for trade and opened up new opportunities for commerce and economic activity within the colonies themselves.