Henry Hudson's Voyages Flashcard

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What effect did winter weather have on John Cabot's explorations?

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Winter weather kept Cabot from reaching his destination.

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What was the MAIN reason King Henry VII funded John Cabot's exploration?

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England was competing with Spain and Portugal for land and resources.

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Were Henry Hudson's voyages successful? Why or why not?

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No, because he failed to discover a sea route between Europe and China.

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What did John Cabot find instead of silk and spices?

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Cabot found an area that was very good for fishing.

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Why is Christopher Columbus famous?

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His trips to the New World increased interest in the area.

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Who was John Cabot?

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An explorer who sailed for England and is known for his voyages to North America.

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What was the goal of Henry Hudson's voyages?

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To find a sea route to Asia.

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What did explorers hope to find in the New World?

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They hoped to find gold, spices, and new trade routes.

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What was the Northwest Passage?

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A sea route that explorers sought to connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

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What was one outcome of John Cabot's voyages?

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He discovered areas rich in fish, leading to fishing opportunities.