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Why didn't other Europeans know about North America for centuries after the Vikings?

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The Vikings didn't tell others about it.

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During the Renaissance, Europeans were curious about __________.

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all of the above

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Invention that simplified navigation day and night with a north-pointing magnet.

Back

compass

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Invention by cartographers?

Back

better maps

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Invention that made explorers feel safer against enemies?

Back

gunpowder

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Invention of a fast ship with better sails?

Back

caravel

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Columbus's experience in the New World:

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He successfully traded with the Taino people in San Salvador.

Front

America is named after:

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Vespucci, who proved Columbus discovered America.

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Magellan's expedition:

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Some of his crew circumnavigated the world.

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1st explorer to see the Pacific Ocean?

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Balboa