The factors behind the emergence of the Age of Discovery

Which period marks the Age of Discovery?

• Early 17th to mid-19th century

• Early 14th to mid-16th century

• Early 15th to mid-17th century

• Early 16th to mid-18th century

Which of the following best describes a political factor that drove the Age of Discovery?

• Search for new trade routes

• Innovations in ship design

• Territorial expansion and national competition

• Missionary zeal

The Treaty of Tordesillas in 1494 was significant because:

• It spread Christianity to the New World

• It improved navigational tools

• It divided newly discovered lands between Spain and Portugal

• It established new trade routes to Asia

What economic motivation was behind European explorations during the Age of Discovery?

• Consolidation of nation-states

• Innovations in cartography

• Spread of Christianity

• Desire for new markets and raw materials

Which technological advancement did NOT contribute to the Age of Discovery?

• Astrolabe

• Steam engine

• Caravel ship design

• Magnetic compass

Which statement accurately reflects the religious motivations for exploration during the Age of Discovery?

• Kings sought to expand their territorial control

• Navigational advancements led to increased exploration

• Explorers aimed to convert non-Christian populations

• European nations wanted to establish trade monopolies

The rise of powerful nation-states such as Spain and Portugal had what impact on the Age of Discovery?

• Reduced European interest in exploration

• Shifted attention to land-based conquests

• Increased competition for global dominance

• Focused efforts on internal development

The Ottoman Empire's control over Constantinople in 1453 led Europeans to:

• Develop new religions

• Search for alternative sea routes to Asia

• Seek new overland routes to Asia

• Abandon their trade ambitions

Which group significantly influenced European navigational techniques and maritime skills?

• Australians

• Moors, Chinese, and Arabs

• Africans

• Native Americans

Gerardus Mercator was known for his contributions to:

• Spice trade routes

• Shipbuilding innovations

• Religious missionary work

• Cartography and map making