Famous Explorers and Their Journeys

Famous Explorers and Their Journeys

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Social Studies

3rd Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who sponsored John Cabot's exploration?

Back

England

2.

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Front

What was John Cabot searching for during his exploration?

Back

A faster route to Asia

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was one of the obstacles John Cabot faced during his exploration?

Back

Unreliable ships

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where did John Cabot believe he was when he reached North America?

Back

Asia

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What did John Cabot accomplish during his exploration?

Back

Claimed Newfoundland

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who sponsored Vasco Nunez de Balboa's exploration?

Back

Spain

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was Vasco Nunez de Balboa's main reason for exploring?

Back

To find gold and escape debt

8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was Vasco Nunez de Balboa's major accomplishment?

Back

Discovered the Pacific Ocean