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What is a cartographer?

A cartographer is a person who creates maps.

Classify the term 'mutiny' as positive, neutral, or negative.

Negative

Who is a modern-day explorer?

An example of a modern-day explorer is National Geographic explorer Sylvia Earle.

What were some motivations for exploration?

Motivations for exploration included economic gain, spreading religion, acquiring new territories, and seeking fame. Signup and view all the answers

How did colonies help mother countries gain wealth?

Colonies provided valuable resources, new markets for goods, and opportunities for trade, leading to economic prosperity for the mother countries. Signup and view all the answers

Discuss the impact of early explorers like Leif Eriksson, Ibn Battuta, and Zheng He.

Early explorers like Leif Eriksson, Ibn Battuta, and Zheng He contributed to expanding geographical knowledge, facilitating cultural exchanges, and opening up new trade routes. Signup and view all the answers