This graphic organizer outlines a four paragraph essay response about the reasons for European exploration of the Western Hemisphere and the impact on Native Americans. The introduction would give historical context and explain at least three reasons for exploration: to spread Catholicism, obtain resources like food and precious metals, and claim land. The arrival of Spanish conquistadors significantly impacted Native Americans by exchanging diseases, ideas, animals and foods, converting and educating natives to Christianity, and enslaving them through the encomienda system, which caused the loss of their cultural identity.