Exploring Columbus's Journey

Where was Columbus born?

• Lisbon, Portugal

• Barcelona, Spain

• Genoa, Italy

• Athens, Greece

What did Columbus do as a teenager?

• Columbus worked as a farmer in Spain.

• Columbus studied law and philosophy.

• Columbus became a famous painter.

• Columbus worked as a sailor and gained navigation experience.

Which countries did Columbus ask for sponsorship?

• Italy

• Portugal

• France

• Spain

What was Columbus's goal in sailing west?

• To find a shortcut to Europe.

• To discover new lands in the Americas.

• To find a westward route to Asia.

• To establish trade routes with Africa.

Who finally agreed to sponsor Columbus?

• Queen Elizabeth of England

• King Louis of France

• Pope Alexander VI

• King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain

What did King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella hope to gain?

• Wealth, territorial expansion, and increased power for Spain.

• Cultural dominance over other nations

• A peaceful resolution to conflicts

• Establishing a democratic government in Spain

What were the names of Columbus's three ships?

• Santa Cruz, San Antonio, Trinidad

• Mayflower, Endeavour, Discovery

• Victoria, Beagle, Cutty Sark

• Niña, Pinta, Santa María

In what year did Columbus set sail?

• 1485

• 1490

• 1500

• 1492

What ocean did Columbus cross on his journey?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

What was one of the reasons Columbus wanted to convert people?

• To gain political power in Europe.

• To establish trade routes to Asia.

• To spread Christianity and save souls.

• To acquire wealth through colonization.