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What was the European understanding of world geography before the 14th century CE?
What was the European understanding of world geography before the 14th century CE?
- It was accurate and detailed
- It was similar to the understanding in other regions
- It was incomplete and limited (correct)
- It was based on extensive exploration
Where did the Vikings sail from to Greenland and Canada around 1000 CE?
Where did the Vikings sail from to Greenland and Canada around 1000 CE?
- Denmark
- Iceland
- Sweden
- Norway (correct)
Who may have traveled from Italy to China in 1269 CE?
Who may have traveled from Italy to China in 1269 CE?
- Marco Polo (correct)
- Amerigo Vespucci
- Vasco da Gama
- Christopher Columbus
Who sailed from Spain to Cuba to search for a new land route of silk and spices?
Who sailed from Spain to Cuba to search for a new land route of silk and spices?
What created great wealth for Europe?
What created great wealth for Europe?
During which century did the European understanding of world geography become more complete?
During which century did the European understanding of world geography become more complete?
What is the name given to the period in history when Europeans started to explore new lands and cultures?
What is the name given to the period in history when Europeans started to explore new lands and cultures?
What were the main motivations for European explorers to sail to unknown lands?
What were the main motivations for European explorers to sail to unknown lands?
Who is credited with sailing from Spain to Cuba to search for a new land route of silk and spices?
Who is credited with sailing from Spain to Cuba to search for a new land route of silk and spices?
What two factors created great wealth for Europe during the Age of Discovery?
What two factors created great wealth for Europe during the Age of Discovery?
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