Christopher Columbus Quiz

What is the full name of Christopher Columbus?

• Christopher Columbia

• Christoph Carlisle

• Cristoforo Colombo

• Cristobal Colon

In which year did Christopher Columbus set sail on his first voyage?

• 1450

• 1492

• 1491

• 1500

Which country sponsored Christopher Columbus' voyages?

• England

• Portugal

• France

• Spain

What was Christopher Columbus searching for when he discovered America?

• A western sea route to Asia

• Gold and other valuable resources

• The Fountain of Youth

• A new trade route to Europe

What were the names of Christopher Columbus' three ships?

• Santa Clara, Pinto, Nina

• Santa Maria, Pinto, Nina

• Santa Maria, Pinto, Nena

• Santa Maria, Pinta, Niña

What is the name of the holiday in the United States that commemorates Christopher Columbus' arrival in the Americas?

• Discovery Day

• Columbus Day

• Exploration Day

• New World Day