John Cabot's Exploration

What was John Cabot searching for that led to his exploration?

• The Southern Passage

• The Northwest Passage

• The Northeast Passage

• The Southeast Passage

What is the name of the part of Canada where John Cabot landed?

• Newfoundland

• Quebec

• Ontario

• Nova Scotia

What did John Cabot do in addition to exploring the area that is now eastern Canada?

• He sailed to South America.

• He explored part of what is today called the New England states.

• He discovered the Mississippi River.

• He circumnavigated the globe.

What happened to John Cabot's ships during his third voyage?

• They reached Asia.

• They were destroyed in a storm.

• They turned south and then vanished forever.

• They returned safely to England.

Who sponsored John Cabot's voyages?

• The King of Spain

• The King of England

• The Queen of England

• The King of Portugal

What was the name of the ship used by John Cabot for his explorations?

• The Santa Maria

• The Mayflower

• The Matthew

• The Pinta

What was the main purpose of John Cabot's voyages?

• To find a new trade route to Asia

• To discover new lands for colonization

• To spread Christianity

• To search for gold and other treasures