17 Questions
What was the impact of the conquest of Ottoman Empire of Constantinople in 1453 on the Spice Trade?
It closed the land route of the Spice Trade
Which of the following was NOT a result of the Crusades?
The spread of Christianity to the Americas
Who translated the book 'Magellan’s Voyage Round the World' from Italian to English in 1905?
James Robertson
What was a significant consequence of the maritime supremacy between Portugal and Spain?
The growth of the Spice Trade and increased economic prosperity
What was the result of the conversion of the king and queen of Zubu to Christianity?
A conflict with the native population in the village of Matan
What is the significance of the Victoria in the context of the Magellan expedition?
It was the only ship that survived the expedition.
Where did Antonio Pigafetta study astronomy, geography, and cartography?
Venice, Italy
What was the primary motivation for Magellan's expedition?
To establish a new trade route with the East Indies.
Who was Enrique of Malacca?
Magellan's slave and interpreter.
What was the title of Antonio Pigafetta's book written in 1524?
The Navigation and Discovery of Upper India.
In what year was Antonio Pigafetta's account of the Magellan expedition published in Venice?
1536
What was a significant outcome of the Magellan-Elcano expedition in the context of European historiography?
It preserved and popularized the achievements of the expedition.
What was the outcome of the expedition's journey near the equator and westward sailing?
They disproved many existing myths about the equator and westward sailing.
What is the significance of the Islands of Ladroni in the context of the Magellan-Elcano expedition?
They were the location of the expedition's first encounter with native peoples.
What is the significance of the Island of Humunu in the context of the Magellan-Elcano expedition?
It was the site of the first Christian mass in the Philippines.
What was the significance of the Acquada da li buoni Segnialli in the context of the Magellan-Elcano expedition?
It was the location of the expedition's first encounter with gold.
What was the role of the slave belonging to the captain general in the context of the Magellan-Elcano expedition?
He served as an interpreter for the expedition's crew.
Test your knowledge of European exploration and trade during the Middle Ages, including the Crusades, Spice Trade, and Silk Road. Discover the impact of these events on the economy and cultural exchange.
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