The Age of discovery History Lecture 1

Renaissance is also referred as

(blank) ages was prior to the dark ages?

(Blank) invented the printing press

Why was the invention of the printing press so signifcant?

• it wasn't signficant

• knowledge was limited before

• books are now more available

• spark curiosity

• boating experiences improves

The Reconquista did (blank) for Christopher Columbus

Christopher wants to become

How many years did it take for Isabella to agree to fund Christopher Columbus?

• 20 years

• 7 years

• 10 years

• 5 years

Where did Christopher Columbus start off?

• none above

• the canary islands

• spain

• europe

After sailing for 33 days Christopher Columbus made it to

What did Christopher Columbus think he landed in?

• Mexico

• Indian

• Asia

• Spain