Explorers and Their Discoveries

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Who were the three ships of Christopher Columbus?

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The three ships were the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria.

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Who discovered the Mississippi River and died from a fever?

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Hernando DeSoto discovered the Mississippi River.

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What did John Cabot become known for?

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He became the first European explorer to set foot on North America's mainland.

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What disease was caused by a lack of Vitamin C?

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Scurvy is the disease caused by a lack of Vitamin C.

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What did explorers bring that harmed Native Americans?

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Explorers brought diseases that harmed or killed many Native Americans.

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

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Many explorers aimed to find new trade routes and lands.

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Who was the first European to reach India by sea?

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Vasco da Gama was the first European to reach India by sea.

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What is the term for the exchange of goods and ideas between the Old World and the New World?

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The Columbian Exchange.

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What did Hernan Cortes conquer?

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Hernan Cortes conquered the Aztec Empire.

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What was the significance of the Northwest Passage?

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The Northwest Passage was sought as a shortcut to Asia.