Explorers and Their Journeys

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Who was Christopher Columbus?

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An explorer known for his voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, credited with discovering the Americas in 1492.

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What country was Vasco Nunez De Balboa from?

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Spain.

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What did John Cabot do for the Spanish Navy?

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He became a mapmaker and created a map of the world in 1544.

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Which country sent Jacques Cartier to find riches?

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France.

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What happened to Vasco Nunez De Balboa in Hispaniola?

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He was trapped there due to a leaky ship.

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What is an explorer?

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A person who travels to new places to discover and learn about them.

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What was the main goal of many explorers during the Age of Exploration?

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To find new trade routes and riches.

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What is the significance of the year 1492?

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It is the year Christopher Columbus made his first voyage to the Americas.

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What did Jacques Cartier explore?

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He explored parts of Canada and claimed land for France.

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What is a mapmaker?

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A person who creates maps to show geographical features and locations.