7 Reasons for Exploration

Some people wanted to go down as a great name in history.

• fame

• religion

• trade

• Wealth

Many people explored to make a fortune.

• True

• False

People wondered who and what else was out there in the world.

• Trade

• Religion

• Curiosity

• Fame

Many people explored to find _______ routes and cheaper ways to Asia.

Many people explored to claim new lands for their country and become national heros.

• Religion

• National Pride

• Trade

• Better Routes

People wanted to bring back spices, jewels, and other goods that could not be found in their country.

• National Pride

• Religion

• Trade

• Foreign Goods

Some explorers went on expeditions to spread _______, for example Christianity.