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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Voyage of the Mayflower.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens when Ponce de Leon and his men first land among the Caribs?
(a) They make peace with the Caribs and do not have to fight.
(b) They slaughter the Caribs, leaving none alive.
(c) The Caribs welcome them with open arms and a big feast.
(d) The Caribs kidnap their women and shoot their dog.

2. What is the moral of the story about the lusty young man who fell overboard and was hauled back in?
(a) It is good to have friends who can help you when you need it.
(b) Tenacity and determination can save your life.
(c) It is important to pay attention so that you are not swept overboard.
(d) Faith and hope can see you through even tough times.

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

4. What does Cortez think when he enters the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan?
(a) He mentally calculates the number of slaves that could be captured.
(b) He looks upon it as an impoverished village.
(c) He thinks it is wonderful and magnificent.
(d) He wonders where the gold is.

5. What do Indian envoys bring to De Soto and his men?
(a) Live pigs, horses, and dogs.
(b) Handmade tools, sewing needles and tents.
(c) Gold, silver, and pearls.
(d) Berries, animal skins, and meat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the narrator say that the Puritans should be praised for?

2. Who is "beautiful as a cane box"?

3. How does Montezuma treat hungry people in the capital?

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

5. Why does "she" say that De Soto's men are beginning to hate him?

(see the answer key)

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