Topic 4.2 - Exploration: Causes and Events from 1450-1750

Which European country established a trading-post empire after successfully rounding the Cape of Good hope?

• Portugal

• Spain

• England

• The Netherlands

Which of the following was a major motivation for European exploration efforts?

• Finding a direct trade route with Asia

• Quest for scientific knowledge
• Interest in colonizing uninhabited lands
• Desire to spread democracy

Describe some of the new navigational technologies that allowed European exploration to take place in the period 1450 to 1750.

The voyages of _________ dramatically increased European interest in sailing routes across the Atlantic.

• Christopher Columbus
• Hernán Cortés
• Vasco da Gama
• Ferdinand Magellan

Rank the motivations for European exploration in order of importance.

• Spreading religion ("god")

• Curiosity and adventure ("glory")

• Economic motivations ("gold")