Navigational Innovations and Trade Routes Flashcard

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What was the impact of the voyages by Columbus?

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They connected people across the Atlantic Ocean.

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What was the primary focus of maritime empires?

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Sea travel.

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What type of ship, developed by the Portuguese in the 15th century, was known for its ability to survive storms at sea?

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Caravel.

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What was a significant result of combining navigational techniques from Europe with those from other areas?

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Rapid expansion of exploration and global trade.

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Which cities were connected by land routes known to Islamic traders?

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Baghdad and Constantinople.

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What is a maritime empire?

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An empire that relies on sea travel and trade for its expansion and influence.

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What navigational tool uses the position of the stars to determine latitude?

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Astrolabe.

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What was the significance of the Treaty of Tordesillas?

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It divided the newly discovered lands outside Europe between Spain and Portugal.

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What is the term for the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultures between the Old World and the New World?

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Columbian Exchange.

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What was the role of the compass in navigation?

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It helped sailors determine direction relative to the Earth's magnetic poles.