Vasco da Gama and the Age of Exploration

Who was the first European explorer to sail directly from Europe to India?

• Christopher Columbus

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Vasco da Gama

• Amerigo Vespucci

What was the main goal of Vasco da Gama's voyage in 1497?

• To discover America

• To find a westward route to Asia

• To establish a trade route to India

• To explore the Spice Islands

Which of the following locations did Vasco da Gama's fleet stop at during their journey along the African coast?

• Cape Town

• Mozambique

• Zanzibar

• Durban

What was one of the consequences of Vasco da Gama's actions during his voyages?

• Improved trade relations with Muslim sailors

• Strengthened relationships with local rulers

• Peaceful coexistence with other European explorers

• Strained relationships with local populations

What position was Vasco da Gama appointed to in 1524?

• Governor of Mozambique

• Ambassador to China

• Admiral of the Portuguese Navy

• Viceroy in India