European Exploration Quiz Review

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Which country was the first to begin exploration from Europe?

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Portugal

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Why did Europeans want to obtain spices?

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Because they were worth a lot of money.

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Who financed Columbus's exploration?

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King Isabella and King Ferdinand from Spain.

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What did Christopher Columbus think he had reached, and where was he actually?

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He thought he reached Asia but was actually in the Americas.

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What does the term 'Old World' refer to?

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Asia, Africa, Europe.

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From which country did Christopher Columbus sail?

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Spain.

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In which direction did Christopher Columbus sail to try and reach Asia?

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West.

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What does the term 'New World' refer to?

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The Americas.