Europeans
Definition
In the context of AP US History, Europeans refers to people from Europe who explored, colonized, and settled in the Americas from the late 15th century onwards. This includes nations such as Spain, England, France, and Portugal.
Analogy
Think of Europeans like a group of friends discovering a new hangout spot. They all come from different homes (countries), have their own reasons for coming (economic gain, religious freedom), and interact differently with the existing crowd at the spot (Native Americans).
Related terms
Colonialism: The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.
Exploration Age: A period from the early 15th century and continuing into the early 17th century during which European ships traveled around the world to search for new trading routes and partners.
Mercantilism: An economic theory that trade generates wealth and is stimulated by accumulation of profitable balances.
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Practice Questions (20+)
What was one impact on Native Americans due to colonization by Europeans?
What were some of the main reasons for conflicts between Europeans, colonists and Native Americans according to this unit?
What disease brought by Europeans had the most devastating impact on Native American populations?
What was one major conflict between Native Americans and Europeans during the exploration of the Americas?
What crop introduced by Native Americans had a significant impact on the diet of Europeans post-exploration?
What major disease was unintentionally brought by Europeans to Native American populations during exploration?
Which lasting principle can be traced back to early interactions between Native Americans and Europeans during this era?
Which explorer’s journey initiated the first lasting interaction between Native Americans and Europeans?
Which disease brought by Europeans caused massive population declines among Native Americans?
What key technological innovation had a significant impact on the interaction between Native Americans and Europeans during colonization?
What disease, brought by Europeans, significantly impacted Native American populations during early encounters?
Which specific interaction between Europeans, Native Americans, and Africans ultimately led to the creation of a unique cultural hybrid in colonial America?
How did mutual trade between Europeans, Native Americans, and Africans influence the development of early American economies?
What could have been a potential consequence had the Native Americans not introduced Europeans to their agricultural techniques?
What if Europeans had brought diseases to which Native Americans were immune instead of devastating epidemics like smallpox?
How did Christopher Columbus' voyages impact interactions between Europeans and Native Americans?
What continuous principle drove interaction between Native Americans and Europeans during early encounters?
What disease brought by Europeans had a devastating effect on Native American populations during early explorations?
What decision, if made differently by Columbus and his crew, could have potentially minimized conflict between Europeans and Native Americans?
Which technology did Europeans introduce that significantly impacted Native American cultures during colonization?
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