Answer:
1, 4, 5
Explanation:
1) Hernando DeSoto was the first known European explorer in what is now the Southeast. TRUE
Seeking greater glory and riches, de Soto embarked on a major expedition in 1538 to conquer Florida for the Spanish crown. He and his men traveled nearly 4,000 miles throughout the region that would become the southeastern United States in search of riches, fighting off Native American attacks along the way.
2) Spain's first colony in North America was founded in Georgia. FALSE
Spanish Florida was the first major European land claim and attempted settlement in North America during the European Age of Discovery.
3) DeSoto was able to fund his trip after finding gold in what is now Dahlonega. FALSE
Hernando DeSoto was not able to fund his trip after finding gold in what is now Dahlonega
4) Spain founded Catholic "missions" to spread their influence in North America. TRUE
The California missions began in the late 18th century as an effort to convert Native Americans to Catholicism and expand European territory. Spain was responsible for the missions, which scholars believe were attempts to colonize the Pacific coast of North America.
5) Diseases spread by the Spanish caused many American Indians to die. TRUE
In the Americas, the arrival of Europeans brought disease, war, and slavery to many indigenous peoples.
