I am reviewing the Gutierrez Map and I need to know, what does this mean: How might the map’s indication of where Native American’s lived have strengthened European claims of sovereignty? Could you please reword this question so I can understand what it is asking.

Answer 1

Where do the Native Americans live, according to this map? Are there very many Native Americans?

What conclusions could Europeans have drawn about the Native American population?

Answer 2

What does "claims of sovereignty" mean?

Answer 3

Loosely, it means that the Europeans thought they had the right to take over the Americas.

http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/sovereignty

Answer 4

Thank you for your help!

Answer 5

You're very welcome.