European Explorers

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Which explorer led an expedition to America and laid claim to the Hudson River?

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Henry Hudson

Front

Which European explorer led three expeditions along the St. Lawrence River?

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Jacques Cartier

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Which European Explorer proved the existence of a shorter route across the northern Atlantic Ocean-- later this would help the British form other colonies in North America?

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John Cabot

Front

Who was born in Italy, sponsored by Spain, landed in the Bahamas, and thought he was in Asia?

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Columbus

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He was sponsored by France and discovered the St. Lawrence River.

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Cartier

Front

What Island did Columbus first land on? Options: San Juan, San Salvador, Cuba, Florida

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San Salvador

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What current state did Juan Ponce de Leon first explore?

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Front

Direct sea route through America that Europeans hoped to find

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Northwest passage

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Shortcut from Europe to Asia that was never found.

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Northwest Passage

Front

Explorers were able to reach and explore new lands because of improved navigation tools. True or False?

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True