European Exploration Flashcard

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Who claimed land in Canada for Britain?

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John Cabot

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What was the main purpose of Zheng He's voyages?

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To open up trade networks with India, Arabia, and Africa

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Which explorer was sponsored by Spain to find a sea route to India and China going west from Europe?

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Christopher Columbus

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Who was the English explorer sent by the king in 1497?

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John Cabot

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What was the main goal of French, English, and Dutch explorers in North America?

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To find a northwest passage to Asia

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What was the significance of John Cabot's exploration?

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He was the first European to explore the North American mainland.

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What did Zheng He achieve through his voyages?

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He established trade routes and diplomatic relations with various countries.

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What was Christopher Columbus's misconception about his voyages?

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He believed he had found a new route to Asia, but he actually discovered the Americas.

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What was the impact of European exploration on indigenous populations?

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It often led to colonization, cultural exchange, and significant population decline due to disease.

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What motivated European nations to explore during the Age of Exploration?

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Desire for new trade routes, wealth, and territorial expansion.