Christopher Columbus Makes a Mistake

In what year did Christopher Columbus set sail on his famous voyage?

• 1066

• 1492

• 1776

• 1620

What was Christopher Columbus's primary goal for his voyage?

• To find a new continent

• To prove the Earth was round

• To find a quicker route to India for its riches

• To establish new trade routes with Africa

Who provided the ships and resources for Christopher Columbus's journey?

• The King of Portugal

• Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand of Spain

• The merchants of Venice

• The Pope

What landmasses did Christopher Columbus mistakenly believe were India?

• Australia and New Zealand

• North and South America

• Africa and Europe

• Greenland and Iceland