Chapter 21 Flashcards
1
Q
Allies
A
those who support each other for some common purpose
2
Q
Smallpox
A
a disease that causes a high fever and often death
3
Q
Rely
A
to depend on; to count on for help
4
Q
Ambush
A
a surprise attack
5
Q
Hostage
A
someone held against his or her will in exchange for something
6
Q
Considerable
A
large in size, quality or quantity
7
Q
Global
A
involving the entire earth
8
Q
Overseas
A
across the ocean or sea
9
Q
Obtain
A
to take possession of
10
Q
Conquistadors
A
Spanish soldiers who conquered people in other lands
11
Q
Circumnavigate
A
to go completely around something, such as the world
