Exploration and Motivations Quiz

What was one of the motivations for exploring according to the document?

• Access to Asia without going through Italy

• Access to Europe without going through Asia

• Access to Africa without going through Europe

• Access to America without going through Africa

Which of the following was a reason for exploring related to trade?

• Gold from Africa

• Spices from Asia

• Silk from Europe

• Timber from America

What was one of the religious motivations for exploring?

• Convert people to Islam

• Convert people to Hinduism

• Convert people to Christianity

• Convert people to Buddhism

What is the definition of a missionary according to the document?

• A member of a religious order who encouraged people to convert to a particular religion

• A member of a political order who encouraged people to vote

• A member of a social order who encouraged people to participate in community service

• A member of a military order who encouraged people to join the army

What is the science of making maps and globes called?

• Geography

• Cartography

• Topography

• Geology

Which tool was used for navigation and helped explorers determine direction?

• Astrolabe

• Sextant

• Magnetic compass

• Chronometer

What is a caravel?

• A large cargo ship

• A small, narrow vessel with triangular sails

• A type of submarine

• A kind of aircraft

Who was the first to have an overseas empire?

• Spain

• Portugal

• England

• France

Who funded many voyages and began the Age of Exploration?

• Christopher Columbus

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Prince Henry the Navigator

• Vasco da Gama

What was one of the achievements of Prince Henry the Navigator's ships?

• They were the first to reach Asia for trade

• They were the first to reach Africa for trade

• They were the first to reach America for trade

• They were the first to reach Australia for trade