Exploration and Trade Routes Quiz

Which countries were inspired to invest in exploration?

• Portugal and Spain

• Italy and Germany

• France and England

• Russia and China

What did explorers hope to achieve by traveling?

• Glory and riches

• Isolation

• Staying in Europe

• Avoiding new cultures

How did sailors measure their position using the stars?

• Sextant

• Astrolabe

• Compass

• Map

What motivated explorers to keep going despite hardships?

• Fear of storms

• Love for the sea

• Knowing their discoveries could change the world

• Desire for treasure

Who was the first European to sail from Europe to India by going around the southern tip of Africa?

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Christopher Columbus

• Vasco da Gama

• Marco Polo

What does the term "connected" mean in the context of exploration?

• Disconnected

• Linked or joined together

• Separated by distance

• Unrelated

What does the word "harsh" mean as used in the document?

• Easy to live in

• Hard to live in; rough

• Pleasant and mild

• Warm and welcoming

What does the word "encounter" mean as used in the document?

• A planned meeting

• A meeting, often surprising

• A friendly gathering

• A scheduled appointment

Who was the famous explorer that made two significant voyages in the 1640s?

• Captain James Cook

• Abel Tasman

• Christopher Columbus

• Ferdinand Magellan

What did Abel Tasman give Europeans a clearer idea of?

• Australia's wildlife

• Australia's size and shape

• Australia's climate

• Australia's population