1. What does the narrator say that Queen Elizabeth did not trust Raleigh enough to let him do?
(a) Serve in the army.
(b) Go on voyages of exploration.
(c) Marry one of her maids.
(d) Serve on great councils.

2. What does Columbus think of the New World when he reaches it?
(a) He thinks that it is too desolate to have any worthwhile resources.
(b) He thinks that it is far too hot and humid for his taste.
(c) He thinks it is the most beautiful place he has ever seen.
(d) He thinks that he would like to build a house and live there himself.

3. What happens to Columbus when he finally makes it back to Spain?
(a) He is accused of making a deal with the King of Portugal.
(b) Storms make it impossible to set sail again for several months.
(c) He loses his religious faith and decides to leave the Church.
(d) The King and Queen refuse to finance any future trips to the New World.

4. How does Montezuma try to get Cortez to stay on the coast and not enter the interior?
(a) He sends poisoned food.
(b) He sends gifts to Cortez.
(c) He sends a threatening letter.
(d) He sends troops to attack.

5. Williams, referring to the King's and Queen's promises to Columbus, remarks, "What power had such ridiculous little promises to stay a man against that terrific downpour on the brink of which they were all floating?". What promises is Williams referring to?
(a) The promise to have Columbus' story printed in the newspapers so that everyone could appreciate his accomplishment.
(b) The promise to make sure that Columbus always had seaworthy ships and experienced sailors.
(c) The promise to pay Columbus in gold for his voyages.
(d) The promise to make Columbus Chief Admiral of the Ocean Sea and perpetual Viceroy and Governor of all the land he should discover.