Age of Exploration v2

Front

Who discovered a sea route to Asia in 1497 by sailing around Africa and reaching the southwest coast of India?

Back

Vasco da Gama

Front

Which device allowed Europeans to navigate the seas by using a magnetized needle that indicates a cardinal direction?

Back

Compass

Front

What is the term for the art and science of creating maps?

Back

cartography

Front

Which Portuguese-invented navigational vessel featured a rudder, both square and triangular sails, multiple masts, and was capable of sailing near the coast?

Back

Caravel

Front

What items were brought from the Old World to the New World?

Back

horses and major diseases

Front

What was transported from the New World to the Old World?

Back

potatoes and corn

Front

What is the meaning of the Spanish word 'Conquistadors'?

Back

conquerors

Front

What was the main goal of Christopher Columbus' exploration before he discovered the Americas?

Back

To discover a quicker and safer trade route to Asia

Front

What is the capital of France?

Back

Paris

Front

What is the concept of mercantilism?

Back

A system where a mother country increases its power by exporting more goods than it imports.