US History - Early European Explorers

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Where did Christopher Columbus think he had traveled to on his first voyage?

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Asia

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What made exploration difficult? What were some of the obstacles?

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Maps that were inaccurate, fear of the unknown, and disease and sickness.

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Europeans were eager to trade with Asia because they wanted: silk, spices, and gold, and other natural resources

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silk, spices, and gold, and other natural resources

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European countries wanted to find a faster route to...? Options: California, Africa, The North Pole, Asia

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Asia

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Christopher Columbus thought he found a route to

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Asia

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Why was it important to find a water route to Asia?

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Because it would make trading with Asia quicker and cheaper.

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The New World was named after this explorer.

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Amerigo Vaspucci

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Which one was NOT a motive (reason) for early explorers? Finding riches, Claiming new lands, Finding homes for their sailors, Finding new trade routes

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Finding homes for their sailors

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What European country sent missionaries to spread Christianity?

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Spain

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Why was gold important to Europeans?

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Gold was a sign of wealth and power.