Magellan DBQ Quiz

Who was Ferdinand Magellan?

• A Genoese sailor who discovered the Americas

• A Portuguese explorer, cartographer, and astronomy.

• A leader of a mutiny

• An important hardtack creator

How many ship were under the Magellan's command?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 6

When did the Mutiny occur?

• During Easter

• During Christmas

• During the month of April

• During November

Why did the captains of the three ships rebel against Magellan?

• Because he spent all of the money

• Because he sold one of the ships

• Because they claim Magellan favored the foreigners

• Because they went the wrong way

How did Magellan knew he was traveling to the Pacific Ocean across the Magellan strait?

• He drank the water to find his way

• He followed the ducks

• He relied on the help from Sacagawea

• He followed the Dragon's Tail

Who was the only crew member that admired Megellan?

• Columbus

• Pigafetta

• Cabot

• Cortes

How many people died by November, 1520 from the swelling of the gums?

• 19

• 89

• 20

• 21

How many people did Magellan convert to Catholicism in the island of Cebu?

• 2200

• 1000

• None

• 899

How long did Magellan fight until he perished?

• 1 hour

• 2 hours

• 10 minutes

• 3 years

What was the name of the ship that circumnavigated the globe?

• Victoria

• Nina

• Pinta

• Magellan Special