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Exploration Flashcards

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conquistador

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a Spanish conqueror of the Americas during the 1500’s and 1600’s
The Spanish conquistadors defeated the Aztec and Inca Indians.

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Columbian Exchange

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an exchange of goods/plants/animals/diseases and ideas between the Western World and the Eastern World

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Mercantilism

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a European economic system based on establishing colonies to bring back natural resources
Mercantilism led to colonies being started all over the world.

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reign

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a period of rule by a king over a nation

King George II reigned for many years.

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Spanish Armada

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The Spanish Navy or fleet of ships sent by the King of Spain against England .
England defeated the Spanish Armada.

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treason

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the act of being a traitor; to betray your country

Benedict Arnold committed treason.

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merchant

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a person who buys, sells, and trades goods for a living

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Parliament

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a legislative branch of government in England that helps balance the power of the king.; also called the House of Lords or House of Commons

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