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The Treaty of Tordesillas: Dividing the Non-European World

Description: The Treaty of Tordesillas was an agreement between Spain and Portugal that divided the non-European world between the two countries. The treaty was signed on June 7, 1494, and it established a line of demarcation that ran from pole to pole, 370 leagues west of the Cape Verde Islands. All lands to the east of the line were claimed by Portugal, while all lands to the west were claimed by Spain.
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What was the main purpose of the Treaty of Tordesillas?

  1. To divide the non-European world between Spain and Portugal.

  2. To establish a line of demarcation between the two countries.

  3. To prevent conflict between Spain and Portugal.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Treaty of Tordesillas was signed in order to divide the non-European world between Spain and Portugal, to establish a line of demarcation between the two countries, and to prevent conflict between them.

When was the Treaty of Tordesillas signed?

  1. June 7, 1494

  2. July 4, 1492

  3. August 12, 1492

  4. September 16, 1493

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Treaty of Tordesillas was signed on June 7, 1494.

What was the line of demarcation established by the Treaty of Tordesillas?

  1. A line running from pole to pole, 370 leagues west of the Cape Verde Islands.

  2. A line running from pole to pole, 180 degrees west of the Prime Meridian.

  3. A line running from the equator to the North Pole, 90 degrees west of the Prime Meridian.

  4. A line running from the equator to the South Pole, 90 degrees east of the Prime Meridian.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The line of demarcation established by the Treaty of Tordesillas was a line running from pole to pole, 370 leagues west of the Cape Verde Islands.

Which country claimed all lands to the east of the line of demarcation?

  1. Spain

  2. Portugal

  3. Both Spain and Portugal

  4. Neither Spain nor Portugal

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Portugal claimed all lands to the east of the line of demarcation.

Which country claimed all lands to the west of the line of demarcation?

  1. Spain

  2. Portugal

  3. Both Spain and Portugal

  4. Neither Spain nor Portugal

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Spain claimed all lands to the west of the line of demarcation.

What was the main reason for the Treaty of Tordesillas?

  1. To prevent conflict between Spain and Portugal.

  2. To ensure that both countries had access to the riches of the New World.

  3. To establish a clear boundary between the two countries' empires.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main reason for the Treaty of Tordesillas was to prevent conflict between Spain and Portugal, to ensure that both countries had access to the riches of the New World, and to establish a clear boundary between the two countries' empires.

What was the impact of the Treaty of Tordesillas on the exploration of the New World?

  1. It led to increased exploration of the New World by both Spain and Portugal.

  2. It led to decreased exploration of the New World by both Spain and Portugal.

  3. It had no impact on the exploration of the New World.

  4. It is not known what impact it had on the exploration of the New World.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Treaty of Tordesillas led to increased exploration of the New World by both Spain and Portugal, as both countries were eager to claim as much land as possible.

What was the impact of the Treaty of Tordesillas on the indigenous peoples of the New World?

  1. It led to increased conflict between the indigenous peoples and the Spanish and Portuguese.

  2. It led to decreased conflict between the indigenous peoples and the Spanish and Portuguese.

  3. It had no impact on the indigenous peoples.

  4. It is not known what impact it had on the indigenous peoples.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Treaty of Tordesillas led to increased conflict between the indigenous peoples and the Spanish and Portuguese, as both countries were eager to claim as much land as possible and to exploit its resources.

What was the significance of the Treaty of Tordesillas?

  1. It was the first treaty to divide the world between two European powers.

  2. It established the principle of uti possidetis, which is still used today to resolve territorial disputes.

  3. It led to the Age of Exploration, which had a profound impact on the world.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Treaty of Tordesillas was the first treaty to divide the world between two European powers, it established the principle of uti possidetis, which is still used today to resolve territorial disputes, and it led to the Age of Exploration, which had a profound impact on the world.

What are some of the criticisms of the Treaty of Tordesillas?

  1. It was unfair to the indigenous peoples of the New World.

  2. It was based on a false understanding of the geography of the world.

  3. It led to conflict between Spain and Portugal.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Treaty of Tordesillas has been criticized for being unfair to the indigenous peoples of the New World, for being based on a false understanding of the geography of the world, and for leading to conflict between Spain and Portugal.

What was the ultimate fate of the Treaty of Tordesillas?

  1. It was annulled by the Treaty of Madrid in 1750.

  2. It was annulled by the Treaty of Paris in 1763.

  3. It was annulled by the Treaty of Versailles in 1783.

  4. It was never annulled.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Treaty of Tordesillas was annulled by the Treaty of Madrid in 1750.

What was the legacy of the Treaty of Tordesillas?

  1. It helped to shape the modern world.

  2. It is still a source of conflict today.

  3. It is a reminder of the dangers of colonialism.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Treaty of Tordesillas helped to shape the modern world, it is still a source of conflict today, and it is a reminder of the dangers of colonialism.

What are some of the modern-day controversies surrounding the Treaty of Tordesillas?

  1. The dispute between Argentina and the United Kingdom over the Falkland Islands.

  2. The dispute between Brazil and Guyana over the Essequibo region.

  3. The dispute between Colombia and Venezuela over the Gulf of Venezuela.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Treaty of Tordesillas is still a source of conflict today, as it is used to support claims to territory in the Americas. Some of the modern-day controversies surrounding the Treaty of Tordesillas include the dispute between Argentina and the United Kingdom over the Falkland Islands, the dispute between Brazil and Guyana over the Essequibo region, and the dispute between Colombia and Venezuela over the Gulf of Venezuela.

What are some of the lessons that can be learned from the Treaty of Tordesillas?

  1. The importance of clear and precise boundaries.

  2. The dangers of colonialism.

  3. The need for international cooperation.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Treaty of Tordesillas can teach us many lessons, including the importance of clear and precise boundaries, the dangers of colonialism, and the need for international cooperation.

What is the relevance of the Treaty of Tordesillas to today's world?

  1. It is a reminder of the historical roots of modern-day conflicts.

  2. It can help us to understand the challenges of global governance.

  3. It can inspire us to work towards a more just and equitable world.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Treaty of Tordesillas is relevant to today's world because it is a reminder of the historical roots of modern-day conflicts, it can help us to understand the challenges of global governance, and it can inspire us to work towards a more just and equitable world.

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