15 Questions
In the late 15th century, Cristóbal Colón, known in the English-speaking world as Christopher Columbus, a man well-read in ______, astronomy, history, and theology who had extensive maritime experience, believed he could sail west across the Atlantic to reach Asia.
geography
After failing to gain support for his project in Portugal, he decided to move to Spain, where, he won the support of the Catholic Monarchs, Queen Isabella of Castile and King Ferdinand of Aragon. They gave him part of their fortune to finance his venture across the ______ ocean.
vast
Columbus set sail from Palos de la Frontera with three small ships: the Santa María (the largest ship, also known as La Gallega), the Santa Clara (nicknamed the Niña), and the Pinta (which was actually the ship’s nickname; its original name is ______ to history).
lost
Cristóbal Colón, known in the English-speaking world as Christopher Columbus, a man well-read in geography, astronomy, history, and theology who had extensive ______ experience, believed he could sail west across the Atlantic to reach Asia.
maritime
They gave him part of their fortune to finance his ______ across the vast ocean.
venture
True or false: Christopher Columbus believed he could sail west across the Atlantic to reach Asia?
True
True or false: Christopher Columbus gained support for his project in Portugal?
False
True or false: Queen Isabella of Castile and King Ferdinand of Aragon supported Christopher Columbus?
True
True or false: Columbus set sail from Palos de la Frontera with two small ships?
False
True or false: Christopher Columbus was well-read in geography, astronomy, history, and theology?
True
True or false: Christopher Columbus was born in the late 15th century?
False
True or false: Christopher Columbus believed he could reach Asia by sailing west across the Atlantic?
True
True or false: Christopher Columbus gained support for his project in Portugal?
False
True or false: Queen Isabella of Castile and King Ferdinand of Aragon supported Christopher Columbus?
True
True or false: Christopher Columbus set sail from Palos de la Frontera with three small ships?
True
Test your knowledge on Christopher Columbus and his quest to reach Asia by sailing west across the Atlantic. This quiz explores his background, maritime experience, and the Catholic Monarchs' support in Spain. Discover the fascinating story of this well-read explorer and his ambitious voyage.
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