S.S. Spiral #4 - European Exploration

Front

Why didn't other Europeans know about North America for centuries after the Vikings?

Back

The Vikings didn't tell others about it.

Front

During the Renaissance, Europeans were curious about __________.

Back

all of the above

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Invention that simplified navigation day and night with a north-pointing magnet.

Back

compass

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Invention by cartographers?

Back

better maps

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Invention that made explorers feel safer against enemies?

Back

gunpowder

Front

Invention of a fast ship with better sails?

Back

caravel

Front

Columbus's experience in the New World:

Back

He successfully traded with the Taino people in San Salvador.

Front

America is named after:

Back

Vespucci, who proved Columbus discovered America.

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Magellan's expedition:

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Some of his crew circumnavigated the world.

Front

1st explorer to see the Pacific Ocean?

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Balboa