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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 The Kingdoms of Hispaniola.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did the natives react to the Spanish when they landed?
(a) They tried to kill them
(b) They welcomed them
(c) They were hesitant about the encounter
(d) They were scared

2. Why was A Short Account of the Destruction of the Indies written?
(a) To let the Spanish government know about the glorious acts of its citizens in the New World
(b) To inform the King of Spain of the murder and gold hoarding that was taking place in the New World
(c) To analyze the social problems that had developed in the New World
(d) To record the history of Spain in the New World

3. Which kingdom was considered the heart and soul of the island?
(a) Higuey
(b) Xaraguá
(c) Maguana
(d) Maguá

4. Nicolas de Ovando was granted the title of governor in 1501 for which kingdom?
(a) Maguana
(b) Maguá
(c) Higuey
(d) Xaraguá

5. Who did their best to bring justice to the land?
(a) Spanish sailors
(b) The King and Queen
(c) Spanish commanders
(d) Christian missionaries

Short Answer Questions

1. The Spaniards said that they did everything in whose name?

2. Which kingdom had the best sugar and climate?

3. Where was King Guarionex sent?

4. What did the Spanish do with the children of the native people?

5. What did the Spaniards make the captives eat?

(see the answer key)

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