Voyage of Magellan

Ferdinand Magellan set out in 1519 to find a westward route to the Spice Islands. Despite facing numerous challenges, including navigating through the Strait of Magellan and crossing the Pacific Ocean, his expedition marked the first circumnavigation of the Earth. Although Magellan was killed in the Philippines, his ship, the Victoria, returned to Spain, proving the world is round and bringing back valuable spices.

What was the primary motivation for Magellan's expedition in 1519?

• To discover new lands

• To find a westward route to the Spice Islands

• To establish trade with the Americas

• To map the coast of Africa

Which strait did Magellan discover during his voyage?

• Strait of Malacca

• Strait of Gibraltar

• Strait of Hormuz

• Strait of Magellan

What ocean did Magellan name after finding a passage through South America?

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

Where did Magellan meet his demise during the expedition?

• In South America

• In the Philippine Islands

• In the Caribbean

• In the Spice Islands

What was the significance of the ship Victoria's return to Spain?

• It established a new trade route to India

• It was the first ship to circumnavigate the Earth

• It proved the existence of the Americas

• It discovered a new continent