Exploring Vasco da Gama's Trade Route to India

Where was Vasco da Gama born?

• Porto, Portugal

• Faro, Portugal

• Lisbon, Portugal

• Sines, Portugal

What was Vasco da Gama's primary goal during his first expedition?

• To establish a colony in Brazil

• To find a sea route to India

• To map the coast of Africa

• To discover America

How did Vasco da Gama manage to sail past Africa?

• By using a steam-powered ship

• By following the coastline closely

• By navigating through the Mediterranean Sea

• By using the prevailing southern winds

Why was the water route from Europe to Asia important?

• It facilitated the spread of Christianity

• It enabled the discovery of new continents

• It provided direct access to the spices of the Far East

• It allowed for faster travel to the Americas

How many of the original 170 crew members survived the first expedition?

• 54

• 100

• 120

• 170

What was the main reason for the success of Vasco da Gama's second expedition?

• Mapping new territories

• Discovering new spices

• Using cannons to force trade

• Peaceful negotiations with local rulers

What role did Vasco da Gama take on after retiring from exploration?

• Ambassador to India

• King Manuel's advisor

• Captain of the Royal Navy

• Governor of Brazil

In what year did Vasco da Gama die?

• 1502

• 1524

• 1538

• 1542

What was one of the main commodities that made Portugal wealthy due to Vasco da Gama's route?

• Tea

• Pepper

• Silk

• Gold

What was the impact of Vasco da Gama's discoveries on Portugal?

• It had no significant impact

• It led to the decline of Portugal's economy

• It turned Portugal into a great power

• It made Portugal a minor trading partner