
Introduction to the Age of Exploration Practice Quiz 2
Authored by Scott Schopieray
Social Studies
9th - 12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did European monarchs fund risky and expensive voyages?
To spread democracy
To gain direct access to Asian goods
To reduce taxes
To promote education
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What were spices valued for during the Age of Exploration?
Decoration and art
Preserving food and medicine
Entertainment
Construction purposes
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where are the Moluccas Islands located?
South America
Southeast Asia
Africa
North America
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which group largely controlled trade before European exploration?
Chinese and Indian merchants
Italian and Arab merchants
French and Dutch merchants
Spanish and Portuguese merchants
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was Prince Henry and what was he known for?
A Spanish king who funded Columbus
A Portuguese explorer who discovered America
A Portuguese leader who supported exploration
A French ruler who led military campaigns
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was Bartholomeu Dias’ significant achievement?
Found the Pacific Ocean
Reached the Cape of Good Hope
Crossed the Atlantic Ocean
Circumnavigated the globe
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was Vasco De Gama’s key accomplishment?
Discovering the Americas
Reaching India by sea
Defining the Line of Demarcation
Establishing colonies in Africa
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