Spanish Exploration

What does the term "caravel" refer to?

• a group of warships travelling together

• a Spanish explorer

• a small Spanish or Portuguese boat

• people who trap animals and sell their furs

What is the primary scientific reason for the Spanish exploration during the Age of Discovery?

• To find new trade routes for spices

• To study the biodiversity of new lands

• To map the stars and improve navigation

• To understand ocean currents

Which scientific tool was crucial for Spanish explorers to determine their latitude at sea?

• Astrolabe

• Telescope

• Compass

• Sextant

How did the Spanish exploration contribute to the field of botany?

• By discovering new plant species

• By developing new farming techniques

• By creating botanical gardens

• By classifying plants into families

What scientific concept did Spanish explorers use to navigate the oceans?

• Magnetic fields

• Celestial navigation

• Wind patterns

• Ocean currents

Which of the following was a scientific outcome of the Spanish exploration?

• Discovery of new animal species

• Development of new navigation maps

• Understanding of the Earth's circumference

• Improvement in shipbuilding technology

What was the role of the compass in Spanish exploration?

• To measure distance traveled

• To determine direction

• To calculate speed

• To find latitude

How did Spanish explorers use the stars for navigation?

• By identifying constellations

• By measuring the angle of stars above the horizon

• By tracking the movement of planets

• By using the North Star as a guide

What scientific advancement allowed Spanish ships to travel longer distances?

• Improved sails

• Stronger hulls

• Better food preservation

• Advanced navigation techniques

Which scientific principle explains the trade winds that aided Spanish exploration?

• Coriolis effect

• Bernoulli's principle

• Newton's third law

• Archimedes' principle

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