Question 1

With the necessity for every person in Brazil to work together for survival and success, what was notably different about the Portuguese colony?

Accepted Answer

The statement suggests that in the Portuguese colony of Brazil, there was a necessity for every person to work together for survival and success. This implies a level of interdependence and cooperation that may not have been present in other colonies. Therefore, option B is the best choice as it suggests that there was somewhat more egalitarianism in the Portuguese colony of Brazil.

Question 2

What could be said about the viceroys of Spain and Peru?

Accepted Answer

The viceroys of Spain and Peru were always Iberian born, as they were appointed by the Spanish crown to ensure loyalty and control over the colonies.

Question 3

The fabled American "mountain of silver" was located at

Accepted Answer

The fabled American "mountain of silver" refers to the Cerro Rico mountain in Potosí, Bolivia.

Question 4

With their capital at Mexico City, the Spanish apparently concluded that

Accepted Answer

The choice D accurately reflects the Spanish attitude towards their farthest forts of San Francisco and Santa Fe. They did not want to extend their rule any further than those forts, suggesting that Mexico City was the limit of their desired territory. The other choices are not supported by the information given.

Question 5

The encomienda gave Spanish conquerors the right to

Accepted Answer

The encomienda system allowed Spanish conquerors to demand labor or tribute from indigenous people in the Americas, often leading to exploitation and harsh conditions for the natives.

Question 6

Cultural and educational matters concerning both Europeans and Indians were handled by

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Question 7

Criollos were

Accepted Answer

Criollos were native-born Iberians in Latin America.

Question 8

Among which group would the daughters of the criollos try to find a husband?

Accepted Answer

The criollos were the descendants of European settlers in Latin America, while the peninsulars were the European-born elites. Marrying a peninsular would bring social prestige, wealth, and political power to the criollos family. Therefore, the daughters of the criollos tried to find suitable peninsular husbands.

Question 9

Nearly all of the early trade to and from Spanish America was channeled through the port of

Accepted Answer

The early trade to and from Spanish America was channeled through the port of Seville, which was the main port for Spanish commerce with the Americas during the colonial period.

Question 10

Hernán Cortés began the construction of Mexico City with

Accepted Answer

Cortés used stones from pyramids he had destroyed to build Mexico City.

Question 11

The reforms of King Charles III

Accepted Answer

King Charles III's reforms, known as the Bourbon Reforms, aimed to strengthen royal control and increase revenue from the colonies, which included increasing the collection of taxes.

Question 12

What were the main exports from the Spanish colonies in the early years of colonialism?

Accepted Answer

The Spanish colonies were established primarily for resource extraction, and the most famous and valuable resource was precious metals, particularly gold and silver. The Spanish extracted vast amounts of these metals from mines in South America and Mexico and shipped them back to Spain to finance their empire.

Question 13

The Spanish audiencia was a

Accepted Answer

The word "audiencia" in Spanish means "court," so the correct answer is C.

Question 14

What eventually happened to about one-third of the silver bullion taken out of the colonies by Spain?

Accepted Answer

About one-third of the silver bullion taken out of the colonies by Spain was traded to China to pay for silk and porcelain. This trade was known as the Manila Galleon Trade, which started in the 16th century and lasted for more than 250 years. The Spanish ships sailed across the Pacific, from Manila in the Philippines to Acapulco in Mexico, carrying silver and other goods to trade for Chinese goods.

Question 15

Which of the following countries received the most African slaves?

Accepted Answer

Brazil received the most African slaves, with estimates ranging from 4 million to 5.8 million.

Question 16

For New Spain, the last of the 17th century and the first part of the 18th was a time of

Accepted Answer

The last of the 17th century and the first part of the 18th century was marked by a decline and stagnation in New Spain, brought about by a combination of internal problems such as economic issues, social unrest and external threats like English and French expansionism. The colonial economy was also heavily reliant on silver mining, which experienced a decline in production during this time. Therefore, the best choice is D.

Question 17

The result of a population increase among Native Americans was

Accepted Answer

The increased population of Native Americans led to increased exploitation by the Spanish, who sought to exploit their labor and resources. This ultimately led to resistance and rebellion against the Spanish.

Question 18

Which of these took place under the Bourbon leadership of King Charles III in Spain?

Accepted Answer

King Charles III of Spain implemented several reforms, including the expulsion of the Jesuits in 1767, as part of his efforts to strengthen royal authority and reduce the influence of the Church.

Question 19

What was the driving motivation of the early Spanish explorations in the Caribbean?

Accepted Answer

The main driving motivation of the early Spanish explorations in the Caribbean was the desire to search for treasure, particularly gold and silver. The Spanish believed that there were vast amounts of precious metals in the New World, and they were eager to claim them for themselves. This search for wealth fueled much of the exploration and conquest of the Americas.

Question 20

Peninsulars had all of the following responsibilities EXCEPT

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Quiz 28: From Conquest to Colonies in Hispanic America