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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through DeSoto and the New World.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Cortez finally burn the city?
(a) To demoralize the Aztecs so that they would stop resisting him so fiercely.
(b) To destroy a place which would have given refuge to the forces that were opposing him.
(c) To give glory to the Christian God by destroying temples full of idols.
(d) To kill the inhabitants of the city who were trapped inside.

2. When does De Soto plan to send word about his expedition to Maldonado?
(a) After he discovers a rich country.
(b) After he has traveled back to Cuba.
(c) After he gets through the winter.
(d) After he runs out of supplies.

3. Does Columbus profit from his trips to the New World?
(a) No, he is left financially ruined and impoverished.
(b) No, but at least the voyages do not harm him financially.
(c) Yes, he is rewarded with all the gold he could ever want.
(d) Yes, he is able to sell many things that he took from the islands.

4. What author does Gregory say is never accused of being insincere?
(a) Benjamin Franklin.
(b) Alexander Hamilton.
(c) Homer.
(d) William Carlos Williams.

5. What happens to Columbus on his return from his second voyage?
(a) He is forced to leave and sail to England instead.
(b) He is forced to turn back and sail to the New World again.
(c) He has to travel many miles out of his way because of a storm.
(d) He is refused permission to land in Spain even though there was a terrible storm.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Cortez when the Aztecs counterattack from outside the city?

2. Why do Ponce de Leon and his men travel north?

3. What happens when Thorgest tries to steal from Eric the Red?

4. What is the outcome of Freydis' actions?

5. Why is Ponce de Leon free to go exploring in Florida?

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