Early Explorers

This invention used the sun, moon, planets, and stars to help explorers navigate on the open ocean.

• Compass

• Astrolabe

• Quadrant

• Telescope

This Chinese invention used the Earth's magnetic poles to help explores find their cardinal directions.

• Compass

• Compass Rose

• Astrolabe

• Quadrant

Charles Darwin set sail in 1831 on the _________________________; this ship's purpose was to map coastlines.

• USS Constitution

• HMS Challenger

• HMS Beagle

• USS Salem

What year did HMS Challenger set sail?

• 1831

• 1852

• 1872

• 1901

What object is in the picture and what is it used for?

• an enclosed habitat for living and working underwater

• a remote control camera

• advanced scuba gear for diving longer

• a boat for hunting sharks

A small easily steerable ship used by the Portuguese and Spanish in their explorations.

• Pizarro

• Capitalism

• Cortes

• Caravel

What type of ship was commonly used by early explorers for its speed and ability to navigate shallow waters?

• Galleon

• Caravel

• Frigate

• Sloop

Which instrument, essential for navigation, was improved during the Age of Exploration to determine latitude?

• Astrolabe

• Sextant

• Compass

• Chronometer

What was the primary motivation for early explorers to find a sea route to Asia?

• To spread religion

• To find new lands

• To acquire spices and silk

• To escape political unrest

Which explorer is credited with circumnavigating the globe for the first time?

• Christopher Columbus

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Vasco da Gama

• John Cabot