I WONDER - Was Christopher Columbus Spanish?

The transcript discusses Christopher Columbus's efforts to find a faster route to Asia. Initially, Columbus was not commissioned by the King and Queen of Spain, and his birthplace remains a mystery. He proposed his plan to Portugal, England, and France, but they declined. Eventually, Spain commissioned him, hoping to improve trade with Asia, which offered goods like silk not available in Europe.

What do Spanish historians believe about Columbus's birthplace?

• Italy

• Portugal

• Spain

• All of the above

Why is Columbus's birthplace considered a mystery?

• No records exist

• He was born at sea

• He changed his name

• He was adopted

What was Columbus's goal in his journey?

• To find a faster route to Asia

• To discover America

• To trade with Europe

• To explore Africa

Which countries did Columbus approach for support before Spain?

• Portugal

• England

• France

• All of the above

What were some of the goods that Columbus aimed to trade with Asia?

• Silk

• Spices

• Gold

• All of the above