AR AGE OF EXPLORATION REVIEW AMS 24

 During the 15th century, which two European countries began sea voyages of exploration?

• England and Norway
• France and Italy
• Netherlands and Sweden
• Portugal and Spain

 The journeys of Vasco de Gama and Christopher Columbus became possible in the late 1400s because of the

• establishment of the Silk Road
• advancements in navigation technology and exploration motivation
• discovery of the Americas
• invention of the steam engine

What were the 3 reasons for European exploration?

• Desire to conquer new lands
• Establishment of military bases
• Promotion of local cultures
• 1. Desire for new trade routes (GLORY)

  2. Pursuit of wealth (resources and (GOLD)

  3. Spread of Christianity

  (GOD)

 An instrument where the needle pivoted on a pin over a card that showed the directions

• Barometer
• Compass
• Thermometer
• Sextant

The major reason that Portugal and Spain established water routes to Asia's spice markets was to

• access valuable spices directly from Asia
• establish fishing rights in the Atlantic
• explore new territories in the Americas
• trade textiles with Africa

To sail around the world

• Circumnavigation of the globe by sea.
• Navigating the Great Lakes
• Sailing across the Atlantic Ocean
• Cruising the Mediterranean Sea

The new type of ship that was strong, maneuverable, and able to sail against the wind

• Caravel
• Frigate
• Sloop
• Galleon

Which "G" of Exploration is described below?"Countries in the 'Old World' were coming to the 'New World' for Wealth and Economic Gain"

• Geography
• Gems
• Glory
• Gold

Which is a primary source for evidence that Columbus sailed to find a new route to the Indies in 1492?

• A biography of Columbus
• Columbus's journal
• A map of the Americas
• A letter from Queen Isabella

Which G represents Kings wanting to become known for their accomplishments?

• Glory
• Power
• Fame
• Greed