Result
- Many new countries were founded.
- Spain's Empire grew as more land claimed in their name... which resulted in them becoming more powerful.
- Trade increased between the settlers and Native Americans.
- To expand Christianity.
England
Reason for Explorations:
- To find the Northwest Passage to India.
- Get more land.
- Find gold and treasures and to be the richest country.
Where Settled:
- Newfoundland
- The thirteen colonies.
- North America
- Explorers:
- John Cabot
- Henry Hudson
- Sir Francis Drake
France
Reasons for Exploration:
- To find a way to the East Indies through north America,
- To be the strongest country with the most riches
- To build a settlement in Montreal
Where Settled:
- Canada {Montreal and Quebec}.
- The New World {towards the west of the U.S.
- Detroit
- St. Louise
Explorers:
- Jacques Cartier
- Samuel de Champlain
- Giovanni Da Verazzano
New World Explorers
Rachel Jeon
England,France, and Spain
Spain
Reason for Exploration:
- To go to Asia by traveling west
- to finding the Northwest Passage
- To claim land
Where Settled:
- Bahama & San Salvador
- Jamaica & Mexico
- Puerto Rico & Cuba
- Panama & Peru
Explorers:
- Christopher Columbus,
- Hernando Cortes,
- Francisco Pizarro