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November 15
Exploration & Encounter Test
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Columbus | Italian explorer that sailed for Spain. Became the first explorer to connect the Old World and the New World. Started a trade route between the two hemispheres that still exists today. |
| The 3 Gs | The three major goals of the Spanish Conquistadors: Gold, Glory, and God (converting Native Americans). |
| The Columbian Exchange | The Trade route between the Old World and New World that started in 1492. |
| Conquistadors | Spanish explorers that focused on conquering the discovered land as opposed to befriending Native Americans. |
| Cortes | A Conquistador that conquered the Aztec Empire |
| Pizarro | A conquistador that conquered the Incan Empire. |