European Colonization of the New World

Flashcards covering the motivations, impacts, and trade items of Spain, France, and England in the New World based on lecture notes.

What were Spain's three main motivations (the "3 G's") for colonizing the New World?

Gold (wealth), Glory (fame), and God (Christianity)

Which European country had the biggest impact on TX?

Spain

What religious impact did Spain have on the New World?

Spain built churches and converted Natives to Christianity, making Catholic the largest religion in Central & South America.

Which new animals were introduced to the New World by Spain?

Horses, cattle, sheep & pigs

What health impact did Spain have on the Natives in the New World?

Brought diseases that the Natives had no defenses against, killing many.

What specific forms of wealth did Spain take back to their country?

First gold then silver

What were France's two main motivations for colonizing the New World?

1. Wanted to find the Northwest Passage for trade with Asia. 2. Establish trade with Natives.

What impact did France have on the Natives in the New World?

Created a positive relationship with the Natives based on trade.

What item did France take back to their country?

Furs

What were England's motivations for colonizing the New World?

1. To escape religious persecution (religious freedom). 2. Riches & sea route for trade.

What impact did England have on the New World regarding trade structure?

Created joint-stock companies to profit from trade.

What did England take back to their country from the New World?

Raw materials for manufacturing