The Portuguese Explorers and the Reasons for their Voyages

The Portuguese Explorers and the Reasons for their Voyages

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History

8th Grade

Hard

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Aidan Coldero

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What were the main reasons for the Portuguese voyages during the Age of Exploration?

Back

Wealth, Myths and religion, Trade, Government Support.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who was the leader of the Portuguese explorations?

Back

Prince Henry the Navigator.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What did Prince Henry the Navigator establish in Sagres?

Back

A school for navigation.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What navigation instruments were developed during Prince Henry's time?

Back

Astrolabe, quadrant, and crossstaff.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What did the captains of the Portuguese voyages set up to mark the end of each voyage?

Back

Stone pillars called padrãos.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was Bartholomew Diaz known for?

Back

He rounded the southern tip of Africa and named it the Cape of Storms.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What new name was given to the Cape of Storms by King John of Portugal?

Back

The Cape of Good Hope.

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