Henry Hudson Pop Flashcard

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What obstacles did Henry Hudson face while looking for a northeast passage through the Arctic?

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Icebergs blocking his path

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What was the name of the ship he was sailing in when he discovered the Hudson River?

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Half Moon

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Why did European trading companies want Henry Hudson to find a water route to Asia?

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They wanted to buy and sell goods in Asia for less money.

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Which of the following is the reason why Henry Hudson did not return to Europe after discovering the Hudson Bay? Options: His crew kicked him off of the ship because they wanted to go back but he wanted to continue exploring. , He got really sick on the ship and did not survive., He could not survive the harsh weather. , They ran out of food on the ship.

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His crew kicked him off of the ship because they wanted to go back but he wanted to continue exploring.