The Colonization Of America

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Explore the colonization of America through this quiz, focusing on key historical figures and events like the last Aztec Emperor, the conquest of the Aztecs, and the origins of Pennsylvania. This quiz assesses understanding of crucial colonial interactions and their impact.

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  • 2. 

    The economy of New France was based on

    • Bounty Hunting

    • Fur Trade

    • The church

    Correct Answer
    A. Fur Trade
    Explanation
    The economy of New France was based on the fur trade. This industry played a central role in the economic development of the colony, as fur-bearing animals were abundant in the region. The French established trading posts and formed alliances with indigenous peoples to acquire furs, which were highly sought after in Europe. The fur trade brought significant wealth to New France and was a major driver of its economic growth and expansion.

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  • 3. 

    Christopher Columbus called the people he met Indians, because of their believed location.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Christopher Columbus called the people he met Indians because he mistakenly believed that he had reached the Indies, which were the islands of Southeast Asia. He thought he had arrived in India, hence the name "Indians" for the native people he encountered. This misconception arose from his miscalculation of the Earth's size and his belief that he had found a new route to Asia by sailing westward.

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  • 4. 

    Who attempted to conquer the Aztecs?

    • Hernan Cortes

    • Francisco Pizarro

    • Thomas Hooker

    Correct Answer
    A. Hernan Cortes
    Explanation
    Hernan Cortes attempted to conquer the Aztecs. He was a Spanish conquistador who led an expedition to Mexico in the early 16th century. Cortes and his men arrived in the Aztec Empire and formed alliances with indigenous groups who were enemies of the Aztecs. With their help, Cortes was able to overthrow the Aztec Empire and claim the land for Spain. His conquest of the Aztecs was a significant event in the colonization of the Americas by European powers.

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  • 5. 

    Jamestown is the first permanent English Colony in the Americas.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Jamestown being the first permanent English Colony in the Americas is a historically accurate statement. Jamestown, located in Virginia, was established in 1607 by the Virginia Company of London. It served as a crucial settlement and played a significant role in the colonization of North America by the English. The colony faced numerous challenges, including conflicts with Native Americans and struggles with disease and starvation. However, it persevered and laid the foundation for future English settlements in the Americas.

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  • 6. 

    WIlliam Penn founded:

    • Maryland

    • Delaware

    • Pennsylvania

    Correct Answer
    A. Pennsylvania
    Explanation
    William Penn founded Pennsylvania.

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  • 7. 

    Who said "He that will not work, shall not eat,"?

    • John Rolfe

    • John Smith

    • John Dare

    Correct Answer
    A. John Smith
    Explanation
    John Smith said "He that will not work, shall not eat." This quote is often attributed to John Smith, an English explorer and leader of the Jamestown colony in Virginia. Smith believed in the importance of hard work and self-sufficiency, and this quote reflects his belief that those who do not contribute through work should not expect to be provided for.

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  • 8. 

    The Inca were located in Mexico City. If false, Identify the correct answer.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is false. The Inca civilization was not located in Mexico City. The Inca civilization was actually located in the Andes region of South America, primarily in present-day Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Chile. Mexico City, on the other hand, was the capital city of the Aztec civilization.

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  • 9. 

    Cristopher Columbus believed he landed in America.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Cristopher Columbus believed he landed in America, but in reality, he landed in the Caribbean islands. Despite his belief, his voyages paved the way for European exploration and colonization of the Americas.

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  • 10. 

    The Fundamental Orders of _____ were made to______

    • Conneticut/set governments

    • New Jersey/authorize murder

    • Connecticut/set governments

    Correct Answer
    A. Connecticut/set governments
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Connecticut/set governments. The Fundamental Orders of Connecticut were made to establish a framework for self-government in the Connecticut colony. This document, adopted in 1639, is considered one of the first written constitutions in North America and outlined the powers and structure of the government, including the election of leaders and the establishment of courts. It aimed to create a system that allowed for democratic decision-making and the protection of individual rights.

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  • 11. 

    New Amsterdam was set in Manhattan Isalnd. If false, Identify the correct answer.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement "New Amsterdam was set in Manhattan Island" is true. New Amsterdam was the original name of the settlement that later became New York City. It was founded by the Dutch in the 17th century and located on the southern tip of Manhattan Island. The settlement grew and eventually became the bustling metropolis known as New York City today. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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  • 12. 

    A joint-stock company sold shares to investors, and when a project failed, they only lost what they had invested in.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    A joint-stock company is a type of business organization that sells shares to investors. This means that individuals can buy a portion of the company's ownership by purchasing shares. If a project undertaken by the company fails, the investors will only lose the amount they had initially invested in the company through the purchase of shares. They are not personally liable for any additional losses incurred by the company. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 13. 

    A conquistador is spanish [for]

    Correct Answer
    conqueror
    Conqueror
    Explanation
    The term "conquistador" is derived from the Spanish language and it means "conqueror" in English. This term specifically refers to the Spanish explorers and soldiers who conquered and colonized various parts of the Americas during the 16th century. They played a significant role in the European colonization of the New World, particularly in the areas that are now known as Mexico, Central America, and South America. The conquistadors were known for their military expeditions and their aim to establish Spanish dominance in these regions.

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  • 14. 

    The Spaniard Francisco Pizarro and former Columbus member devoted the later part of his life to stopping the terrible treatment of the Native Americans

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because Francisco Pizarro was actually a Spanish conquistador who is known for his brutal treatment of the Native Americans. He was involved in the conquest of the Inca Empire and was responsible for the deaths and enslavement of many indigenous people. There is no evidence or historical record to suggest that Pizarro dedicated the later part of his life to stopping the mistreatment of Native Americans.

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  • 15. 

    Roger Williams founded

    • Deleware

    • Connecticut

    • The Carolinas

    • Rhode Island

    Correct Answer
    A. Rhode Island
    Explanation
    Roger Williams founded Rhode Island.

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  • 16. 

    The Northwest Passage was "explorered" by

    • Lewis and Clark

    • John Smith

    • John Stone

    Correct Answer
    A. Lewis and Clark
    Explanation
    Lewis and Clark explored the Northwest Passage. The Northwest Passage is a sea route that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through the Arctic Ocean. Lewis and Clark were American explorers who embarked on the famous Lewis and Clark Expedition from 1804 to 1806. Although their primary objective was to find a water route to the Pacific, they did not actually discover the Northwest Passage. However, their expedition contributed significantly to the exploration and mapping of the western portion of North America.

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  • 17. 

    Spain was competeing with ____ over control of California during the 15 and 16 hundreds.

    Correct Answer
    Russia
    russia
    Explanation
    During the 15th and 16th centuries, Spain was competing with Russia over control of California.

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  • 18. 

    Check all the boxes that relate to what Virginia Dare is known for:

    • First American Child of English parents

    • Born on Roanoke Island

    • First American Child of Spanish parents

    • Was Pocahontas

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. First American Child of English parents
    A. Born on Roanoke Island
    Explanation
    Virginia Dare is known for being the first American child of English parents and for being born on Roanoke Island. She is not known for being the first American child of Spanish parents or for being Pocahontas.

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  • 19. 

    What was the name of the last Aztec Emperor

    • Atahualpa

    • Montezuma

    • Hernan Cortes

    Correct Answer
    A. Montezuma
    Explanation
    Montezuma is the correct answer because he was indeed the last Aztec Emperor. He ruled the Aztec Empire from 1502 until his death in 1520. Montezuma is known for his encounters with the Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes, who eventually led to the downfall of the Aztec Empire. Atahualpa, on the other hand, was the last Inca Emperor, and Hernan Cortes was the Spanish conquistador who conquered the Aztec Empire.

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  • 20. 

    James Oglethorp founded ______ for _____ to help _____

    • Georgia/convicts/Spanish Florida

    • The Northwest Passage/convicts/Spanish Florida

    • Georgia/hard workers/Spanish Florida

    Correct Answer
    A. Georgia/convicts/Spanish Florida
    Explanation
    James Oglethorp founded Georgia as a colony for convicts from Spanish Florida. This suggests that Oglethorp intended to provide an opportunity for convicts to start anew and rehabilitate themselves in a new environment. By founding Georgia, Oglethorp aimed to offer a fresh start and a chance for these convicts to contribute to the development of the colony.

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  • 21. 

    Why was Roger WIlliam's colony different by government?

    • Church and govenment were kept together

    • Church and government were separated.

    • Church was based on the government

    Correct Answer
    A. Church and government were separated.
    Explanation
    Roger Williams' colony was different from others because he advocated for the separation of church and government. Unlike other colonies where the church played a significant role in governing, Williams believed that the church should be free from state control and that individuals should have the freedom to practice their own religious beliefs without interference from the government. This separation of church and government was a fundamental principle of the colony and set it apart from others at the time.

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  • 22. 

    The Salem Witch Trials used 

    • Notorious Evidence

    • Spectral Evidence

    • Magic Evidence

    Correct Answer
    A. Spectral Evidence
    Explanation
    During the Salem Witch Trials, spectral evidence was used as a form of proof. Spectral evidence involved witnesses testifying that they had seen the accused witches' spirits or apparitions engaging in harmful or malicious acts. This type of evidence was highly controversial as it relied on supernatural and subjective experiences rather than concrete evidence. However, during this time, the belief in witchcraft and the supernatural was prevalent, and spectral evidence was considered valid. It played a significant role in the convictions and executions of many individuals during the trials.

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  • 23. 

    Check all that Indentured Servitude was:

    • Only a certain time of labor.

    • They had to be Africans

    • They were paid

    • Allowed to live there after.

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Only a certain time of labor.
    A. Allowed to live there after.
    Explanation
    Indentured servitude was a system where individuals would agree to work for a certain period of time in exchange for passage to a new country or other benefits. It was not limited to Africans, as people from various backgrounds could become indentured servants. They were not paid wages but received basic necessities like food and shelter. After fulfilling their contracted period of labor, they were often granted their freedom and allowed to live in the new country. Therefore, the correct answers are "Only a certain time of labor" and "Allowed to live there after."

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  • 24. 

    The Starving Time Included:

    • Eating corpses

    • John Smith's death

    • Shortage of food

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Eating corpses
    A. Shortage of food
    Explanation
    During the Starving Time, which occurred during the winter of 1609-1610 in Jamestown, the colonists faced extreme hunger and scarcity of food. As a result, they resorted to eating corpses in order to survive. This gruesome act highlights the desperation and dire circumstances they were facing. The shortage of food was so severe that they had no other choice but to consume the deceased for sustenance. The mention of John Smith's death is irrelevant to the Starving Time and does not contribute to the explanation.

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  • 25. 

    A plantation's purpose was:

    • Grow 1 type of crop

    • Grow several types of crops

    • To sell it for money

    • To keep the vegetations

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Grow 1 type of crop
    A. To sell it for money
    Explanation
    A plantation's purpose was to grow one type of crop and sell it for money. Plantations were large agricultural estates that focused on the cultivation of a single crop, such as cotton, tobacco, or sugarcane, for commercial purposes. The profitability of plantations relied on the mass production and sale of these cash crops.

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  • 26. 

    Check all the possible diseass nicknamed as the great sickness.

    • Small Pox

    • Malaria

    • Measles

    • Flu

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Small Pox
    A. Measles
    Explanation
    The diseases nicknamed as the great sickness include Small Pox and Measles. Smallpox is a highly contagious and deadly disease caused by the variola virus. It is characterized by a high fever, body rash, and severe illness. Measles is also a highly contagious viral infection that causes fever, cough, runny nose, and a characteristic rash. Both diseases have caused significant morbidity and mortality throughout history, leading to their nickname as the great sickness. Malaria and flu are not typically referred to as the great sickness.

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  • 27. 

    Lord Baltimore

    • Aka George Calvert

    • Founded Maryland

    • Aka James Oglethorp

    • For Quakers

    • Founded Massacheusets

    • For Roman Cathlics

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Aka George Calvert
    A. Founded Maryland
    A. For Roman Cathlics
    Explanation
    George Calvert, also known as Lord Baltimore, founded the colony of Maryland. He established this colony as a refuge for Roman Catholics who faced religious persecution in England. Calvert sought to create a haven where Catholics could freely practice their faith without fear of discrimination or persecution. Maryland became a place of religious tolerance and diversity, attracting settlers of various religious backgrounds. Calvert's vision for Maryland as a safe haven for Roman Catholics played a significant role in the colony's founding and development.

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  • 28. 

    Why did William Penn found his colony?

    • Quaker religion

    • Only Cathlic religion

    • Free religion

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Quaker religion
    A. Free religion
    Explanation
    William Penn founded his colony for two main reasons: his adherence to the Quaker religion and his belief in the principle of free religion. As a devout Quaker, Penn sought a place where he and his fellow Quakers could practice their faith freely and without persecution. Additionally, Penn believed in the importance of religious freedom for all individuals, regardless of their beliefs. He envisioned his colony as a haven for people of all religions, where they could worship and live according to their own convictions. Thus, the combination of his Quaker faith and his commitment to religious freedom led Penn to found his colony.

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  • 29. 

    John Rolfe had 

    Correct Answer(s)
    Tobacco Seeds
    tobacco seeds
    Tobacco seeds
    tobacco Seeds
    tobaccoseeds
    TobaccoSeeds
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Tobacco Seeds, tobacco seeds, Tobacco seeds, tobacco Seeds, tobaccoseeds, TobaccoSeeds." The question is asking for the correct spelling of the phrase "Tobacco Seeds." The correct answer is a combination of capitalization and lowercase letters, with no spaces between the words.

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  • 30. 

    Explain the Salem witch trials

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