Age of Exploration Flashcard

Age of Exploration Flashcard

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History

7th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the main motive for European interest in world exploration during the 15th century?

Back

To find new trade routes to Asia

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the Renaissance period known for?

Back

Rediscovery of ancient civilizations

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who founded a school of navigation near the European continent's tip to teach new methods of seafaring?

Back

Henry the Navigator

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was one of the most unfortunate consequences of the early Portuguese explorations?

Back

Spread of Christianity

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who was the first European to reach the new world?

Back

Christopher Columbus

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What did Amerigo Vespucci come to believe after his explorations along the coast of the Caribbean Sea?

Back

He had found a new trade route.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What did Ferdinand Magellan name the ocean he discovered after passing through the Straits of Mela?

Back

Pacific Ocean

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