Columbus’s First Voyage: The Discovery of the New World

In 1492, Columbus set sail with three ships, the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria, provided by the King and Queen of Spain. He navigated the Atlantic Ocean using a compass, the sun, and stars. Despite challenges, Columbus discovered San Salvador in the Bahamas, mistaking it for the Indies. He traded with the natives and explored further, reaching Cuba and Hispaniola. Columbus returned to Spain with treasures and was celebrated as a hero. The video reviews key points of his voyage and includes questions for learners.

What did Columbus believe he had found when he first spotted the island?

• The Indies

• China

• India

• Hispaniola

What items did Columbus bring back to Spain from Hispaniola?

• Gold

• Parrots

• Native people

• All of the above