The Age of Exploration

What was the primary motivation for European explorers during the Age of Exploration?

• Economic gain

• Religious zeal

• Desire for fame

• Adventure

Which of the following goods was commonly traded along the trade routes established during the Age of Exploration?

• Spices

• Oil

• Coal

• Timber

What was one of the most profound impacts of the Age of Exploration on indigenous cultures?

• Disruption of local cultures

• Improvement of local economies

• Introduction of new technologies

• Establishment of new governments

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Which trade route became a vital link between the East and West during the Age of Exploration?

• The Silk Road

• The Spice Route

• The Atlantic Route

• The Pacific Route

What time period does the Age of Exploration span?

• 15th to 17th century

• 14th to 16th century

• 16th to 18th century

• 17th to 19th century