Exploration and Trade in History

Front

Europeans were trying to find a sea route to __________________, as they believed this would make their country rich with its silk, spices, and treasures.

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Asia

Front

Columbus went ___________ from Europe in an attempt to reach Asia.

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West

Front

What was the name of the trade route that Columbus established from America to Europe, which led to a widespread exchange of animals, plants, culture, diseases, and ideas between the two hemispheres?

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Columbian Exchange

Front

What is the Spanish word for conqueror?

Back

Conquistador

Front

A device used in early navigation to plot the position of the stars

Back

Astrolabe

Front

What were the highly skilled professionals who made maps called?

Back

Cartographers

Front

Colonial trade routes between Europe and its colonies, the West Indies, and Africa, where goods were exchanged for slaves.

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Triangular Trade

Front

The most common reasons for exploring the New World were:

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Gold, God, Glory

Front

Which was the light ship with triangular sails?

Back

Caravel

Front

Together with navigation devices, what improved the ability of Europeans to navigate open waters, thus allowing them to dominate travel and trade?

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Improvements in the creation of maps and nautical charts