Spain's Monopoly 2

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Who was Henry Morgan?

Henry Morgan was a famous pirate born in 1635 in Wales, known for his exploits in the Caribbean, particularly against Spanish territories.

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2

What title did Henry Morgan hold when he became the commander of the militia in Port Royal?

Commander of the militia in Port Royal.

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3

What was one of the wealthiest Spanish cities that Morgan captured?

Puerto Bello, Panama.

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4

What did Henry Morgan achieve in 1670 during the gold venture in Panama?

He captured the city and acquired 100,000 English Pounds.

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5

What led to Henry Morgan being recalled to England in the late 1670s?

Morgan was recalled because England and Spain were no longer at war.

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6

What significant event happened to Port Royal in 1692?

Port Royal was destroyed by a terrible earthquake.

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7

Why did Spain neglect the Lesser Antilles during the 17th century?

The Greater Antilles were larger, had better economic prospects, and the Lesser Antilles were difficult to access.

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8

What strategy did the Dutch use in the Caribbean during the 17th century?

The Dutch focused on establishing trading stations rather than large colonies.

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9

What colony did the English establish in 1624, considered their first island colony?

St. Kitts.

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10

Who organized the Campagnie des Isles d’Amerique to extend French possessions?

Cardinal Richelieu.

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11

What was the role of Pedro Mendez de Aviles in the Spanish defense strategy?

He recommended establishing a proper defense system against raiders and attacks.

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12

Which treaty settled conflicts between Spain and Portugal in 1494?

Treaty of Tordesillas.

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13

What was the Asiento system in Spanish colonies designed to address?

The illegal trafficking of slaves.

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14

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Munster in 1648?

It recognized Dutch independence and ended the conflict between Spain and the Dutch.

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15

What did the proprietary system result in for the French colonies?

Underdevelopment due to private feuds and personal self-interest.

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16

Name one of the French islands claimed by France in the 17th century.

Guadeloupe or Martinique.

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17

What major natural disaster contributed to the decline of Port Royal?

An earthquake in 1692.

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Which English island was nicknamed the 'Mother Colony'?

St. Kitts.

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