Christopher Columbus: The Man Behind the Myth

The video explores the history and significance of Columbus Day, highlighting the misconceptions about Christopher Columbus's journey. It explains that Columbus was not trying to prove the Earth was round, as this was already known. Instead, his voyage was motivated by the potential for wealth through a new trade route to Asia. Despite miscalculations, Columbus's journey inadvertently connected the two hemispheres, leading to significant global trade and cultural exchanges. The video encourages viewers to appreciate Columbus's impact, despite the inaccuracies in his discoveries.

What year did President Roosevelt proclaim Columbus Day?

• 1937

• 1945

• 1971

• 1980

What was Columbus's primary motivation for his voyage in 1492?

• To discover America

• To explore the Atlantic Ocean

• To find a new route to Asia

• To prove the Earth was round

Which of the following was NOT one of Columbus's ships?

• Santa Maria

• Pinta

• Victoria

• Ninia

Who provided Columbus with the support he needed for his expedition?

• King Ferdinand

• Queen Isabella

• Pope Alexander VI

• King Henry VII

What was the main challenge Columbus faced with navigation?

• Inconsistent maps

• Stormy weather

• Pirate attacks

• Lack of crew

Where did Columbus believe he had landed when he reached the New World?

• China

• Japan

• India

• Australia

What term did Columbus use to refer to the indigenous people he encountered?

• Indians

• Aborigines

• Natives

• Americans

From which perspective is the claim that Columbus discovered the Americas true?

• Native American

• European

• African

• Asian

What was one of the major impacts of Columbus's voyages?

• Establishing trade between continents

• Discovering the Pacific Ocean

• Proving the Earth was flat

• Finding a direct route to India

How did Columbus's voyages affect the size of the habitable planet?

• Doubled it

• Tripled it

• Halved it

• No change