Step Three: Move Beyond The Basics

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CHAPTER 2 STUDY GUIDE

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MOVE BEYOND THE BASICS

To demonstrate a more advanced understanding, consider the similarities and differences in the exploration and conquest of two explorers for Spain — Christopher Columbus and Hernán Cortés. What were the motivations behind each man’s expeditions? How did these expeditions affect the peoples each encountered?

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Explorer Motivations Impact on New World peoples Benefits for Spain
Christopher Columbus
Hernán Cortés