The Spanish Empire, c1528-c1555 (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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In which year was the Casa de Contratación established?
In which year was the Casa de Contratación established?
1503
Who established the Casa de Contratación?
Who established the Casa de Contratación?
Queen Isabella
What percentage was the 'royal fifth' tax on precious metals?
What percentage was the 'royal fifth' tax on precious metals?
20 percent
What was the Padrón Real?
What was the Padrón Real?
A secret map of trade routes
In which year was the Council of the Indies established?
In which year was the Council of the Indies established?
1524
How many councillors served on the Council of the Indies?
How many councillors served on the Council of the Indies?
Eight councillors
Where did the Casa de Contratación establish its navigation school?
Where did the Casa de Contratación establish its navigation school?
Seville
What were viceroys in the Spanish colonial system?
What were viceroys in the Spanish colonial system?
The king's representatives
How long did communication between Spain and the colonies typically take?
How long did communication between Spain and the colonies typically take?
Months
What did Spain become during this period due to colonial wealth?
What did Spain become during this period due to colonial wealth?
Europe's wealthiest nation
What authority did the Casa de Contratación have over voyages to the Americas?
What authority did the Casa de Contratación have over voyages to the Americas?
Exclusive approval authority
When was the first version of the Padrón Real created?
When was the first version of the Padrón Real created?
1505