Exploration Review

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The voyage of Magellan was the first to do what?

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circumnavigate the globe

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What is an astrolabe?

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A device that used the sun and stars to determine latitude.

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Who was responsible for establishing Spain's claims in the New World?

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Columbus

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Which statement best describes the importance of the astrolabe and compass to Europeans?

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They allowed Europeans to navigate the open sea.

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What is Columbus known for?

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accidentally discovering the Americas

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Which of the following is not a reason people began to explore? Asian spices, curiosity, spread their religion, convert more people to Islam

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convert more people to Islam

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A patron of explorers; established navigation school

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Prince Henry

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tool used to determine direction (N,S,E,W)

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Compass

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Sleek ships that could carry large loads long distances

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Caravel

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Time period during which Europeans explored the world starting in 1400's

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Age of Exploration