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What motivated European traders to seek an easier route to Asia?
What motivated European traders to seek an easier route to Asia?
- To establish new colonies in Asia
- To monopolize the trade routes
- To promote cultural exchange between Europe and Asia
- To reduce the cost and risk associated with trading (correct)
What was the impact of the increase in trade in Europe?
What was the impact of the increase in trade in Europe?
- Decrease in demand for Asian goods
- Rise of conflicts between European merchants
- Development of new trading methods and currency systems (correct)
- Migration of European traders to Asia
What were the old European names for Japan and China according to the text?
What were the old European names for Japan and China according to the text?
- Samarkand and Bukhara
- Cathay and Cipangu (correct)
- Tashkent and Kashgar
- Ceylon and Siam
What did the lords in Europe want in relation to trade?
What did the lords in Europe want in relation to trade?
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What kind of goods were being transported over land by caravans from Asia to the eastern shores of the Mediterranean?
What kind of goods were being transported over land by caravans from Asia to the eastern shores of the Mediterranean?
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Which European nation led the way in exploration during the 15th century?
Which European nation led the way in exploration during the 15th century?
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What was the primary goal of Portuguese exploration during the 15th century?
What was the primary goal of Portuguese exploration during the 15th century?
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What hindered the progress of the new trade route to Asia around Africa?
What hindered the progress of the new trade route to Asia around Africa?
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Who embraced the idea of finding a shorter or new route to the Indies?
Who embraced the idea of finding a shorter or new route to the Indies?
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What was Christopher Columbus' main point when seeking support for his expedition?
What was Christopher Columbus' main point when seeking support for his expedition?
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