SS- Ch. 2, Flashcard 2

The King of Spain chose Hernando de Soto to head to Florida and make a settlement.

Did Hernando de Soto find gold and riches as he explored the "new world"?

After a terrible battle with the natives, de Soto decided to return North and search for the gold he hadn't found. During his travels, he came across what river?

Shortly after returning to the Mississippi River, de Soto fell ill with a fever and died.

What were conquistadors?

Where did De Soto serve as a governor between his exploration in South America and North America? Options: Cuba, Florida, Tenochtitlan, Spain.

What North American river was De Soto the first European to cross?

Which Spanish conquistador took control of the Inca Empire in Peru?

Conquered the Aztec  Claimed Mexico for Spain Wanted riches for himself and Spain Wanted to spread the Catholic Faith Options: Francisco Vasquez de Coronado, Hernando de Soto, Francisco Pizarro, Hernan Cortes

Conquered Peru/Inca