What was the primary reason for European exploration in the 15th century?

Exploration and Navigation Challenges

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To spread European culture
To find new allies
To solve the problem of expensive land transport
To discover new continents
2.
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What was the Silk Road primarily used for?
Transporting goods between Europe and Asia
Exploring new territories
Spreading religious beliefs
Training new navigators
3.
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Why was the Silk Road considered dangerous?
It was too cold for travel
It was controlled by hostile forces and bandits
It was too short for effective trade
It was frequently flooded
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the alternative route proposed by navigators to avoid the Silk Road?
Using airships
Traveling through the Arctic
Crossing the Pacific Ocean
Sailing around the southern tip of Africa
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was a major challenge of the sea route around Africa?
Lack of navigational tools
Harsh weather conditions
Shortage of ships
Pirate attacks
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was Christopher Columbus's main belief about reaching Asia?
He could reach it by traveling southward
He could reach it by traveling northward
He could reach it by traveling westward
He could reach it by traveling eastward
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was one of Columbus's key skills that aided his navigation?
His ability to speak multiple languages
His experience in building ships
His knowledge of astronomy and map-making
His diplomatic skills
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