LECTURE NOTES

• What is one reason for England's emergence as a maritime power later than its European counterparts?

  England initially focused on continental affairs
• What event secured England's naval dominance in 1588?

  The defeat of the Spanish Armada
• What role did the East India Company play in English trade?

  It was pivotal in establishing English trade in the Indian Ocean and Southeast Asia
• What fueled English exploration and colonization efforts?

  • Economic interest
  • A desired spirit
• Why did John Cabot try to find a northwest passage to Asia?

  To reach the lucrative trade routes
• What was the significance of John Cabot's exploration?

  It laid the foundation for English claims to territories in the New World
• Is it true that John Cabot's exploration laid the foundation for English claims to territories in the New World?


  True
• What did Sir Walter Raleigh do that altered European agriculture and dietary habits?

  He exemplified England's early attempts at establishing a colony in the New World.
• Why is Sir Francis Drake considered a significant figure in history?

  His circumnavigation of the globe from 1577-1580 advanced England's naval power.
• What event solidified Sir Francis Drake's status as a national hero?

  The defeat of the Spanish Armada.
• What was the objective of the Muscovy Company?

  Facilitate trade and diplomatic relations between England and Russia
• What type of goods did the Muscovy trade focus on?

  Russian goods, particularly furs, timber, and other raw materials
• What were THREE challenges faced by the Muscovy Company?

  • Competition with other European trading powers
  • Political unrest in Russia
  • Difficulties of overland trade routes
• What does the legacy of the Muscovy Company represent?

  A testament to England's early ventures into international trade
• What was the goal of the East India Company?

  Monopolizing English trade with the East
• What role did the East India Company play in the British Empire?

  It played a pivotal role in the development of the British Empire in India and Southeast Asia
• What was the impact of the East India Company on the regions it influenced?

  It led to significant social and economic changes.
• What were THREE challenges faced by European settlers in Jamestown?

  • Harsh weather
  • Unfamiliar terrain
  • Conflict with Native Americans
• What factors contributed to Jamestown's eventual thrive?

  The leadership of Captain John Smith and the cultivation of tobacco as a cash crop.
• Why is Virginia's House of Burgesses considered significant?

  It marked an official step in the development of self-government in the colony.
• What was the significance of the founding of Jamestown?

  It set the stage for the expansion of English settlements and the eventual establishment of the United States.
• Is the statement "The founding of Jamestown was a pivotal moment that set the stage for the expansion of English settlements and the eventual establishment of the United States" true or false?

  True
• What does the legacy of the Muscovy Company represent?

  It represents England's early ventures into international trade
• What controversy surrounded the East India Company?

  Its exploitation of local resources led to significant social and economic changes
• What was one of the significant impacts of the East India Company?

  Its establishment of real revenue
• What type of changes did the East India Company's establishment of real revenue lead to?

  Significant social and economic changes
• What was a controversial aspect of the East India Company's impact?

  Its establishment of real revenue
• What pivotal role did Jacques Cartier play in North America?

  He expanded European knowledge and established claims in the New World
• What was the outcome of Jacques Cartier's explorations despite not finding the passage to Asia?

  His explorations laid the foundation for French claims in Canada
• Who is known as the "Father of New France"?

  Samuel De Champlain
• How did Samuel De Champlain contribute to French fur trading enterprises in North America?

  By forming alliances with various indigenous nations
• What impact did Samuel De Champlain's explorations have on North America?

  They laid the foundation for French colonization and influenced Canada's cultural tapestry
• What significant event occurred in 1608 related to French colonial efforts in North America?

  The establishment of Quebec by Samuel De Champlain
• What were the key contributions of Jacques Cartier and Samuel De Champlain to French colonization in North America?

  • Jacques Cartier: Expanded European knowledge, established claims in the New World
  • Samuel De Champlain: Formed alliances with indigenous nations, established Quebec in 1608, known as the "Father of New France"
• Who played a pivotal role in expanding European knowledge of North America?

  Jacques Cartier
• What did Jacques Cartier establish in the New World?

  French claims
• What was the outcome of Jacques Cartier's explorations despite his failure to find the passage to Asia?

  They laid the foundation for French claims in Canada
• What role did Samuel De Champlain play in North America?

  He played a crucial role in the establishment of the first permanent French settlements
• What were the key contributions of Jacques Cartier and Samuel De Champlain to French exploration in North America?

  • Jacques Cartier:
  • Expanded European knowledge of North America
  • Established French claims in the New World and Canada
  • Samuel De Champlain:
  • Known as the "Father of New France"
  • Established the first permanent French settlements in North America
• What became a crucial economic driver in New France?

  Fur trade