1.2 Christopher Columbus

Where did Christopher Columbus study navigation, mapmaking, and astronomy?

• Lisbon, Portugal

• Hispaniola

• Mediterranean

• Dominican Republic

On which voyage did Columbus establish a settlement on the island of Hispaniola?

• First voyage

• Second voyage

• Third voyage

• Fourth voyage

What happened to the settlement on Hispaniola during Columbus' second voyage?

• It was destroyed

• It was abandoned

• It was expanded

• It was conquered

Why was Columbus brought back to Spain in chains?

• The colonists revolted

• He didn't find treasure

• He disobeyed orders

• He was accused of piracy

What did Columbus open up through his voyages?

• A new trade route to Asia

• A new world for exploration and colonization

• A new religion

• A new language