U6D5

U6D5

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10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was one of the primary motivations for European exploration during the Age of Discovery? Options: To establish democratic governments, To find new trade routes to Asia, To spread industrialization, To escape religious persecution

Back

To find new trade routes to Asia

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is NOT one of the "Three Gs" that motivated explorers? Gold, Glory, Geography, God

Back

Geography

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The term "Gold" in the context of the Three Gs refers to:

Back

The pursuit of wealth and riches

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which Portuguese navigator is credited with discovering a sea route to India by sailing around the southern tip of Africa?

Back

Vasco da Gama

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the primary goal of Portuguese exploration along the African coast?

Back

To find a direct sea route to Asia

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which explorer was sponsored by Spain and is known for his voyage that led to the European awareness of the American continents? Options: Ferdinand Magellan, Vasco da Gama, Christopher Columbus, John Cabot

Back

Christopher Columbus

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The "Glory" aspect of the Three Gs primarily refers to:

Back

The desire for personal fame and national prestige

8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which Portuguese explorer was the first to reach the southern tip of Africa, known as the Cape of Good Hope?

Back

Bartolomeu Dias