10 Questions
Who was the Italian navigator who decided to sail west across the Atlantic Ocean to find a route to Asia?
Christopher Columbus
Which kingdom was free to lead the way in exploring new trade routes to Asia in the early 1400s?
Portugal
What was the outcome of John Cabot's first voyage across the Atlantic Ocean in 1497?
He reached the coast of Canada.
Which explorer almost starved after sailing along the coast of South America and reaching the present-day Philippines?
Ferdinand Magellan
In what year did Christopher Columbus set sail across the Atlantic Ocean on his voyage to find a route to Asia?
1492
What tools did European traders learn from the Arabs to aid in their exploration?
Astrolabe and compass
Why did European countries start exploring the world in the 1400s and 1500s?
To trade for spices and goods from Asia
What invention played a key role in allowing sailors and explorers to obtain copies of Ptolemy's maps?
Printing press
Which sail design, learned from the Arabs, allowed European ships to navigate in any direction, regardless of wind?
Triangular sails
Who was the Greek geographer known for drawing maps that Europeans studied during the Age of Exploration?
Ptolemy
Learn about the motivations and challenges faced by European countries as they began exploring the world in the 15th and 16th centuries. Discover how advancements in tools and navigation led to the Age of Exploration.
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