Chapter 2.2 Flashcards
Why were people exploring before Columbus?
To find a shorter route to Asia
What did Christopher Columbus want?
To explore new lands.
What is the country and rulers who find Columbus’ trip?
Spain, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella
What does Christopher Columbus promis Spain.
Great riches, new territories, and Catholic converts.
Where does Columbus land?
In the Bahamas
Why does Columbus call the natives Indians?
He thinks he’s in Asia/indies
What did Columbus’ voyages impact?
Changed the way Europeans thought about the world and their place in it.
Began a new era of exploration
Created conflict as countries raced to conquer.
What is the columbian exchange?
The transfer of plants, animals, illnesses, and ideas between Europe and the rest of the world.
What are some items that came from Europe during the columbian exchange?
Horses (Modern farm animals) Grains Coffee beans Olives Grapes Illness
What are some items that were from the Americas during the columbian exchange?
Corn Turkey Potatoes Peanuts Pumpkin Tobacco Tomatoes Cocoa.
Who circumnavigated the globe?
Magellan.
Describe the relationship between the old and new world.
It was very interactive within themselves, but not with each other.
What are the three reasons for exploration?
Religion
Trade
Curiosity.
