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WorksheetsWelcome to the Age of Exploration
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Worksheet time: 50mins
The 15th and 17th centuries were a time of exploration and discovery. Explorers traveled from their home countries to new corners of the world. Which activity best describes what explorers did during this period?
They sailed to new parts of the world.
They built large cities in their home countries.
They invented new types of farming tools.
They wrote fictional stories about the ocean.
The 15th and 17th centuries were a time of exploration and discovery. Explorers traveled from their home countries to new corners of the world. Which activity is most closely related to explorers during this time period?
Sailing the ocean
Building skyscrapers
Inventing the telephone
Flying airplanes
Which of the following lists includes supplies that explorers would need to survive at sea?
Food, fresh water, navigational tools, medical supplies
Books, musical instruments, televisions, video games
Paint, canvas, sculptures, art supplies
Sports equipment, bicycles, running shoes, gym bags
Which of the following tools would explorers most likely need to survive at sea?
Compass, maps, astrolabe, and sextant
Microscope, telescope, and thermometer
Paintbrush, easel, and canvas
Hammer, nails, and saw
Explorers needed to have a clear purpose for their voyage. Which of the following is an example of a purpose for an explorer's voyage?
To find new trade routes
To build a house
To plant a garden
To write a story
Which of the following is something explorers needed during their voyages?
Maps and navigation tools
Musical instruments
Modern smartphones
Television sets
Where should you draw the compass on your map?
In the corner of the map
In the center of the map
On the back of the map
Next to the legend
What are the names of the 7 continents?
Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, Australia
Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Greenland, Europe, Australia
Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, New Zealand
Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Asia, Australia
What are the names of all the oceans?
Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Southern Ocean, Arctic Ocean
Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, Black Sea
Indian Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, Caspian Sea, Baltic Sea, Southern Ocean
Arctic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Arabian Sea, Southern Ocean
How many continents should the water route explore before returning home?
2 continents
3 continents
4 continents
5 continents
How many continents should the water route explore before returning home?
5 continents
3 continents
6 continents
4 continents
What does it mean to circumnavigate the world?
To travel all the way around the world and return to the starting point
To climb the highest mountain in the world
To travel to the North Pole only
To visit every continent without returning home
How should you label each route on your map?
In a different color for each route
With the same color for all routes
Without any labels
By numbering them randomly
Which of the following was an important tool used by explorers during the Age of Exploration for navigation?
Astrolabe
Printing press
Steam engine
Telegraph
Tool 2: Which of the following was an important tool used by explorers during the Age of Exploration for navigation?
Astrolabe
Printing Press
Steam Engine
Telegraph
Tool 3: Identify the tool that was used by explorers during the Age of Exploration for navigation and describe its use.
Astrolabe: Used to determine latitude by measuring the angle of stars above the horizon.
Printing Press: Used to print books and maps for explorers.
Steam Engine: Used to power ships during the Age of Exploration.
Telegraph: Used for long-distance communication between explorers.
Tool 4: Which of the following was an important tool used by explorers during the Age of Exploration, and was used to determine latitude by measuring the angle of the sun or stars above the horizon?
Astrolabe
Printing Press
Steam Engine
Telegraph
Tool 5: Which of the following was an important tool used by explorers during the Age of Exploration for navigation?
Astrolabe
Printing Press
Steam Engine
Telegraph
Tool 6: Which of the following was an important tool used by explorers during the Age of Exploration for navigation and determining direction?
Astrolabe
Printing Press
Steam Engine
Telegraph
Which simple machine is described as 'a long rod, pole, or board used to lift heavy objects. An object used underneath the rod (fulcrum) is used as a fixed point to help lift the weight with less effort'?
Lever
Pulley
Screw
Wedge
Which simple machine can transport heavy loads or objects around with ease, using an axle attached to a wheel that helps the wheel to turn?
Pulley
Wheel and Axle
Inclined Plane
Screw
A ______ is a wheel and rope to raise or lower an object. It reduces the amount of work used to lift heavy objects.
pulley
lever
inclined plane
wedge
Which simple machine is described as 'a ramp used to carry heavy loads – objects go from a low to high point'?
Wedge
Inclined Plane
Screw
Lever
A triangular shaped tool (often thin or sharp edge) that can be used to separate two objects is called a ______. It is a portable inclined plane.
wedge
lever
pulley
screw
Which simple machine is described as 'an inclined plane that is shaped into a spiral. It moves in a circle and allows movement from a lower position to a higher position'?
Screw
Pulley
Lever
Wheel and Axle
Which of the following is an example of a unique tool for explorers that uses simple machines?
A multi-purpose climbing hook with a built-in pulley system
A regular flashlight
A standard backpack
A basic walking stick
Which of the following is an example of a unique tool for explorers that uses simple machines?
A collapsible grappling hook with a pulley system for climbing cliffs
A regular flashlight
A standard backpack
A basic walking stick
Which of the following is an example of a unique tool for explorers that combines discovery and simple machines?
A device that uses a lever and a magnifying glass to help explorers lift rocks and examine small objects.
A regular hammer used for building shelters.
A flashlight for seeing in the dark.
A compass for navigation.
Which of the following is an example of a unique tool for explorers that combines discovery and simple machines?
A multi-purpose grappling hook with a built-in magnifying glass and compass
A regular hammer
A simple rope
A flashlight without any additional features
What is the name of the part of the ship indicated by the arrow pointing to the front of the ship?
bow
stern
port
starboard
What is the name of the part of the ship indicated by the arrow pointing to the largest sail in the middle?
main sail
mizzen sail
jib sail
fore sail
What is the name of the part of the ship indicated by the arrow pointing to the tallest mast in the center?
main mast
foremast
mizzenmast
bowsprit
What is the name of the part of the ship indicated by the arrow pointing to the mast at the front of the ship?
fore mast
main mast
mizzen mast
stern
What is the name of the part of the ship indicated by the arrow pointing to the highest sail at the back?
top sail
main deck
rudder
crow's nest
What is the name of the part of the ship indicated by the arrow pointing to the highest sail at the front?
top fore sail
mizzen sail
main sail
spanker sail
What is the name of the part of the ship indicated by the arrow pointing to the highest mast at the front?
top mast
main deck
rudder
crow's nest
What is the name of the part of the ship indicated by the arrow pointing to the back end of the ship?
stern
bow
port
starboard
What is the name of the part of the ship indicated by the arrow pointing to the area where the captain stays?
captain's cabin
engine room
cargo hold
deck
What is the name of the part of the ship indicated by the arrow pointing to the area where the crew stays?
crew's quarters
engine room
cargo hold
bridge
What is the name of the part of the ship indicated by the arrow pointing to the main floor of the ship?
main deck
bow
stern
bridge
What is the name of the part of the ship indicated by the arrow pointing to the long pole extending from the front of the ship?
bow sprit
rudder
mast
keel
Which of the following is an important part to include when designing your own sailing ship?
Mast
Wheelbarrow
Bicycle
Television
Who is part of your sailing crew? What special skills do they have? What are their roles on deck? Choose the correct information you should provide for your first crew member.
Name, special skills, and roles on deck
Favorite color and favorite food
Height and weight only
Type of boat they like
Who is your second crew member and what is their special skill or role on deck?
Navigator - skilled at reading maps and guiding the ship
Cook - responsible for preparing meals
Entertainer - tells stories to the crew
Lookout - keeps watch for obstacles
Who is your third crew member and what is their special skill or role on deck?
Navigator - skilled in reading maps and guiding the ship
Cook - specializes in preparing meals for the crew
Entertainer - tells stories and sings songs
Lookout - only responsible for cleaning the deck
Who is part of your sailing crew? What special skills do they have? What are their roles on deck? Select the correct description for your fourth crew member, including their special skills and roles.
Navigator: Expert in map reading and weather prediction, responsible for plotting the course.
Cook: Skilled in preparing meals, responsible for food and supplies.
Mechanic: Specializes in engine repair, responsible for maintenance.
Entertainer: Good at storytelling, responsible for crew morale.
Who is part of your sailing crew? What special skills do they have? What are their roles on deck? Choose the correct description for your fifth crew member from the options below.
The fifth crew member is the navigator, skilled in reading maps and guiding the ship.
The fifth crew member is the cook, responsible for preparing meals only.
The fifth crew member is the lookout, who only sleeps during the journey.
The fifth crew member is the captain, who does not participate in any deck work.
Which of the following would you describe in detail when writing about a fictional trip across the ocean?
The weather, the ship, and the crew-mates
The destination only
The food served on land
The history of the ocean
Which activity involves writing a journal entry about sailing the ocean, describing what you see and hear at sea?
Writing about life at sea in a journal
Drawing a map of the ocean
Building a model ship
Reading a book about pirates
List the supplies that explorers needed during their voyages.
drinking water, preserved foods, medicine, first aid kit, gunpowder, trade goods, clothing, toiletries, blankets
fresh fruit, gold coins, musical instruments, silk robes, perfume, rare spices, jewelry, paintings
television, smartphones, canned soda, electric fans, plastic toys, video games, sunglasses, magazines
laptops, internet routers, solar panels, drones, smart watches, electric cars, headphones, tablets
Directions: After conducting some research on what explorers needed during their voyages, fill out the information below! List the tools that explorers needed during their voyages.
maps, compass, astrolabe, octant, sextant, chronometer, gunpowder, cross-staff, rope, sandglass
paintbrushes, easels, canvases, oil paints, sketchbooks, charcoal, watercolors, pastels, ink, erasers
laptops, smartphones, USB drives, wireless routers, projectors, headphones, webcams, tablets, printers, scanners
microscopes, test tubes, Bunsen burners, petri dishes, pipettes, beakers, lab coats, safety goggles, centrifuges, incubators
Directions: After conducting some research on what explorers needed during their voyages, fill out the information below!
To explore the unknown and to find products and resources. The possibility of finding rare or high quality trading goods like silver, gold, silk, or spices.
To avoid all contact with new lands and people.
To travel only for leisure and entertainment.
To stay within their home country and never venture out.
What is the composition of the crew on sailing ships?
Sailing ships could contain up to 60-80 crew members. A sea captain, explorers, and sailors/workers are on board.
Sailing ships were operated only by a single captain and no other crew.
Sailing ships were crewed exclusively by merchants and traders.
Sailing ships had only soldiers and no sailors or explorers.
Does your map have a compass drawn in the corner?
Yes
No
Maybe
Not sure
Have you labeled all of the countries on your map?
Yes
No
Maybe
Not yet
Have you labeled all of the oceans on your map?
Yes
No, I labeled only the continents.
No, I labeled only the countries.
No, I labeled only the rivers.
Did you draw a water route that explores 2 different countries and returns home?
Yes
No
Only one country
Did not return home
Did you draw a water route that explores 5 different countries and returns home?
No
Yes, I explored 3 countries
Yes, I explored 2 countries
Yes, I explored 4 countries
Did you draw a water route that circumnavigates the world?
Yes
No
Only partially
I drew a land route
Did you label each route in a different color?
Yes
No
Maybe
Only some routes
Identify the continent colored in purple on the Map of the World.
North America
Africa
Asia
Australia
Which continent is colored in pink on the Map of the World?
South America
Africa
Europe
Asia
Name the continent colored in yellow on the Map of the World.
Europe
Asia
Africa
Australia
Which continent is colored in brown on the Map of the World?
Africa
Asia
Europe
Australia
Identify the continent colored in green on the Map of the World.
Asia
Africa
Europe
Australia
Which continent is located at the bottom of the Map of the World and labeled as 'Antarctica'?
Antarctica
Africa
Asia
Europe
Name the continent colored in light purple at the bottom right of the Map of the World.
Australia
Africa
Europe
South America
Which ocean is located to the west of North and South America on the Map of the World?
Pacific Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Indian Ocean
Arctic Ocean
What is the name of the ocean located between Africa and Australia on the Map of the World?
Indian Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Pacific Ocean
Arctic Ocean
Which ocean is found between North America and Europe on the Map of the World?
Atlantic Ocean
Pacific Ocean
Indian Ocean
Arctic Ocean
Fill in the blank: The ________ was used to make astronomical measurements using star formations.
astrolabe
sextant
barometer
telescope
Fill in the blank: The ________ has a magnetized pointer that points north.
compass
thermometer
barometer
clock
Fill in the blank: The ________ is also known as a reflecting quadrant and measures the angle between the sun and horizon.
octant
sextant
astrolabe
compass
Fill in the blank: The ________ measures the angular distance between two visible objects.
sextant
barometer
thermometer
anemometer
Fill in the blank: The ________ is an instrument that measures time despite other variables.
chronometer
barometer
thermometer
altimeter
Fill in the blank: A ________ is a diagrammatic representation of an area (land and sea).
map
book
river
tree
What is the Astrometermap? Fill in the blank: The Astrometermap is a large map of the stars used for direction, and it also measures time and space.
A large map of the stars used for direction, and it also measures time and space.
A small map of the planets used for navigation, and it also measures temperature and pressure.
A chart of the moon phases used for farming, and it also measures rainfall and wind.
A diagram of the constellations used for storytelling, and it also measures distance and speed.
What is The Chronolever? Fill in the blank: The Chronolever is a lever that can speed up the ship, making travel much faster.
A lever that can speed up the ship, making travel much faster.
A device that slows down the ship for safety.
A tool used to navigate the ship through storms.
A button that turns off all ship systems.
What is The Wheelmapper? Fill in the blank: The Wheelmapper is a map that spins on a wheel, so sailors can't get turned around while sailing.
A map that spins on a wheel, so sailors can't get turned around while sailing.
A device used to measure wind speed on ships.
A compass used for navigation in the desert.
A chart showing the locations of underwater volcanoes.
What is the Pulleycompass? Fill in the blank: The Pulleycompass is a compass that forces the ship to stay on course.
A compass that forces the ship to stay on course.
A compass that measures wind speed.
A compass that detects underwater objects.
A compass that tracks the position of stars.
What is the name of the part labeled at the front tip of the ship?
bow spirit
stern
rudder
deck
What is the name of the part labeled at the very back of the ship?
stern
bow
deck
mast
What is the name of the part labeled as the main living area for the crew?
crew's quarters
engine room
control deck
storage bay
What is the name of the part labeled as the main area where the captain stays?
captain's cabin
engine room
deck
galley
What is the name of the part labeled as the main flat area on the ship?
main deck
bow
stern
bridge
What is the name of the part labeled as the tallest mast in the center of the ship?
main mast
foremast
mizzenmast
bowsprit
What is the name of the part labeled as the mast at the front of the ship?
fore mast
main mast
mizzen mast
top mast
What is the name of the part labeled as the highest sail on the main mast?
top mast
mizzen sail
fore sail
spanker
What is the name of the part labeled as the sail above the main sail?
top sail
jib sail
mizzen sail
spinnaker
What is the name of the part labeled as the sail at the front of the ship?
top fore sail
main mast
stern sail
rudder
Which of the following is an essential part of a sailing ship?
Mast
Wheelbarrow
Bicycle
Television
Who is in charge of the crew and is knowledgeable and focused on the goal of finding trade goods?
Captain Sophie
Kylie
Mason
Jessica
Tyler
Who is the explorer who knows how to use all the tools such as an octant, compass, astrolabe, and chronometer?
Captain Sophie
Kylie
Mason
Jessica
Tyler
Who is the expert sailor in charge of the sails and keeping the ship on course?
Captain Sophie
Kylie
Mason
Jessica
Tyler
Who is skilled at reading maps and keeps a journal of all the discoveries?
Captain Sophie
Kylie
Mason
Jessica
Tyler
Who is in charge of supplies and making sure the crew doesn't run out of food and water?
Captain Sophie
Kylie
Mason
Jessica
Tyler
Which of the following is NOT a detail you should include when describing a fictional trip across the ocean?
The color of the ship's sails
The weather during the journey
The crew-mates on board
The price of tickets for passengers
What is a heterotroph?
An organism that makes its own food
An organism that consumes other organisms for food
An organism that lives in water
An organism that uses sunlight for energy
Fill in the blank: An autotroph is an organism that _________.
makes its own food
eats other organisms for food
cannot produce energy
depends on sunlight for movement
