AGE OF EXPLORATION

What was the main reason European explorers wanted to find a sea route to Asia?

• To find new lands to settle

• To discover new species of animals

• To obtain spices directly and avoid high prices

• To escape from Europe

Why did Vasco da Gama's sea route make Portugal wealthy?

• It provided a new route for European settlers

• It allowed them to sell spices at high prices in Europe

• It helped them find new lands to colonize

• It allowed them to discover new species of plants

How did the Portuguese show their pride in their exploration achievements?

• By creating maps showing their king riding a sea monster

• By building large ships

• By writing books about their journeys

• By naming new lands after their explorers

What did European countries hope to achieve by building empires?

• To find new spices

• To gain glory and power

• To discover new species of animals

• To escape from Europe

Why did many European explorers carry a Bible with them?

• To use it as a map

• To trade it for spices

• To spread their religious beliefs

• To use it as a weapon