WorksheetsEarly explorers
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 11mins
How were explorers helped by the development of the caravel ship?
It was smaller and faster ship that could sail into the wind
it was a large ship that could carry more cargo
it was a slower ship that was fireproof and could not sink
it was a larger ship that had cannons for protection
What is the name of this tool?
astrolabe
compass
globe
map
Why were European explorers looking for a water route to Asia?
to set up colonies in Asia and force the people living there to be slaves
to find a quicker and cheaper route to trade with the people in Asia
to share new military technology with the people of Asia
to spread their religious beliefs to the people of Asia
How did developments in technology contribute to the early exploration of the world?
New inventions made it possible for ships to travel longer distances.
A better understanding of ocean currents made it possible for ships to move without sails.
Accurate maps of the New World showed exactly where explorers needed to sail.
The use of steam power made it possible for ships to steer themselves.
When Spain provided funding for Christopher Columbus' voyage, what were they hoping to gain?
land on which to start new colonies
ideas for new and better ship building
riches and power from trading with Asia
knowledge about new cultures
Which statement describes the relationship of the European nations during the Age of Exploration?
They worked together to find the best route to Asia.
They each contributed money to help fund one voyage around the world.
They competed with each other to find new trade routes and make money.
They shared ships and explorers and split the money they made.
What did Columbus hope to do on his expedition of the world?
explore the Americas
find a new route to the Far East
colonize a new land
learn about new cultures
Which country's king and queen paid for Christopher Columbus' expedition to the New World?
England
France
Portugal
Spain
Which slogan tell the 3 main reasons men wanted to explore the world?
"Family, friends, and fun"
"God, gold, and glory"
"Money, minerals, and mischief"
"Salvation, service, and security"
How did the growth of cartography impact European exploration of the New World?
It allowed explorers to share the locations of their discoveries.
It allowed explorers to travel faster and farther.
It allowed explorers to determine their locations at sea accurately.
It allowed explorers to communicate with their home countries.
Why did Christopher Columbus explore west across the Atlantic Ocean?
The Portuguese controlled the eastern route around Africa.
The winds only blew west from Spain
The British controlled the land routes across Asia.
The French invaded Spain and forced the Spanish to find new lands.
How did the Vikings' relationship with other Europeans impact global exploration?
Their strong relationships with other Europeans helped the Vikings share the news of their discovery of North America.
Their strong relationships with other Europeans inspired many nations to explore the New World.
Their poor relationships with other Europeans prevented the Vikings from sharing the news of their discovery of North America.
Their poor relationships with other Europeans prevented the Vikings from gaining the technology needed to explore the New World.
Why were John Cabot and Henry Hudson unsuccessful in their attempts to find the Northwest Passage through North America?
They traveled at a time when the Northwest Passage was frozen over.
Access to the Northwest Passage was blocked by the Dutch
The Northwest Passage could not be found because it does not exist.
They sailed south of the Northwest Passage.
Which explorer's expedition was the first to sail around the world?
Ferdinand Magellan
Christopher Columbus
John Cabot
Hernando de Soto
Why was Leif Eriksson important to early explorers?
He was the first to find China
He was the first to find America
He was the first to find Australia
He was the first to find India
What is one factor that led to an increase in European explorations of the New World?
a lack of resources in the New World
advances in shipbuilding and navigation
a decrease in the cost of traveling and exploring
overcrowding in European countries
How did the exploration of Henry Hudson impact western civilizations?
He proved that sailing around the world could be achieved.
He claimed Florida and the southwest region of what today is the United States.
He found the Northwest Passage that connected the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
He claimed and mapped what is now New York for the Dutch.
Why was John Cabot inspired to travel west across the Atlantic Ocean?
He wanted to create a colony free from the control of the Catholic Church.
He believed he could find a water route that connected the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
He wanted to avoid exploring lands already controlled by Portugal.
He wanted to create trading relationships with Native Americans.
How did France gain territory in North America?
Robert LaSalle explored the Mississippi River.
Christopher Columbus explored the Caribbean Islands.
Hernando de Soto explored the Florida Peninsula.
John Cabot explored the Hudson River.
What was the significance of Robert LaSalle's expedition?
He explored the Mississippi River to its mouth in the Gulf of Mexico and named the area Louisiana.
He claimed the coastal regions of North America and called this land Virginia and New England.
He discovered the Northwest Passage did not exist and claimed New France.
He was the first to sail around the world and claim land for Spain.
