Age of Exploration

The main reason Europeans wanted to find an all water route to Asia was . . .

• to spread Hellenistic culture

• to find new trade routes to Asia (wanted control of the rare spice trade = $$$)

• to develop new math methods

• to spread their religious beliefs

What is the overall effect of the Columbian Exchange on global populations?

• It led to a significant increase in population in both the New World and Old World.

• It caused a decline in population in the New World, but an increase in the Old World.

• It resulted in both positive and negative effects on populations worldwide.

• The New World became dependent on Old World crops, altering their agricultural practices.

What was one method the French used to increase their wealth during the Age of Exploration?

• by establishing colonies in the Caribbean

• by engaging in the spice trade with India

• by setting up trading posts and trading fur

What was the name of the trade route connecting the Americas, Europe, and Africa?

• Triangular Trade

• American Trade

• Euro-American Trade

The part of the Triangular Trade called the Middle Passage was the ​ (a)   .

• passage between Africa and the New World
• passage between Americas and Old World
• passage between Europe and Asia

Who was the first person to circumnavigate the world?

• Magellan
• Drake
• Columbus
• da Gama

What were early explorers were most interested in finding?

• Water routes to the New World
• Water routes to Africa's west coast
• Water routes to Asia
• Water routes to the Middle East

This was a fast, highly maneuverable (easy to steer) ship developed by Prince Henry the Navigator. It became the most widely used ship of the era.

• Man O' War
• Caravel
• Corsair
• Frigate

Examine the map: Why do you think the countries of Spain, Portugal, France, and the United Kingdom were best suited for exploration during the time?

• These countries were surrounded by the sea which made exploration easier
• These countries had the most money to spend on expensive voyages
• These countries wanted to find religious freedom in the New World
• These countries were trying to escape the spread of Asian rule

Which instrument was used by ancient navigators to determine their position using celestial bodies?

• Astrolabe

• Compass

• Sextant

• None of the above