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What was the primary technological advancement that improved ship speed during the Age of Exploration?
What was the primary technological advancement that improved ship speed during the Age of Exploration?
- Rudders
- Astrolabes
- Clinker construction
- Lateen sails (correct)
Which navigator was responsible for rounding the Cape of Good Hope in 1489?
Which navigator was responsible for rounding the Cape of Good Hope in 1489?
- Bartholomew Diaz (correct)
- Christopher Columbus
- Ferdinand Magellan
- Prince Henry
What was one of the improvements made to navigation tools during the Age of Exploration?
What was one of the improvements made to navigation tools during the Age of Exploration?
- Chronometers
- Telegraphs
- Astrolabes (correct)
- GPS systems
Which of the following was NOT a feature of the new ship designs during the Age of Exploration?
Which of the following was NOT a feature of the new ship designs during the Age of Exploration?
Who was known for mapping and exploring the coast of Africa?
Who was known for mapping and exploring the coast of Africa?
Who sailed for Portugal and reached India in 1498?
Who sailed for Portugal and reached India in 1498?
What was the Treaty of Tordesillas primarily concerned with?
What was the Treaty of Tordesillas primarily concerned with?
Which conquistador led the expedition that conquered the Aztec Empire?
Which conquistador led the expedition that conquered the Aztec Empire?
What significant act did Hernán Cortés perform upon landing in Mexico?
What significant act did Hernán Cortés perform upon landing in Mexico?
What was a key outcome of Magellan's expedition?
What was a key outcome of Magellan's expedition?
Flashcards
Caravel
Caravel
A type of ship used during the Age of Exploration, featuring square and lateen sails, a raised structure, and castles for defense.
Clinker-built
Clinker-built
A building technique for ships involving overlapping planks to create a stronger hull.
Astrolabe
Astrolabe
A navigational tool used to determine the latitude (distance north or south of the equator).
Prince Henry the Navigator
Prince Henry the Navigator
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Christopher Columbus
Christopher Columbus
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Vasco da Gama
Vasco da Gama
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Ferdinand Magellan
Ferdinand Magellan
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Treaty of Tordesillas
Treaty of Tordesillas
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Conquest
Conquest
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Conquistadors
Conquistadors
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