14 Questions
What was a common tool used by explorers throughout history to determine their location?
Astrolabe
Which explorer is credited with being the first to circumnavigate the globe?
Ferdinand Magellan
Which term best describes the relationship between colonies and their mother countries in the context of wealth generation?
Exploitative
What was a significant motivation behind the European Age of Exploration?
Spreading religious beliefs
Which explorer is known for discovering a sea route from Europe to India?
Vasco da Gama
What term describes a major navigational error made by explorers due to lack of Vitamin C in their diet?
Scurvy
The ______ barked
dog
The ______ meowed
cat
Classify the terms 'Mutiny' and 'Scurvy' as positive, neutral, or negative in the context of exploration.
Negative
Discuss the motivations behind the European Age of Exploration.
The motivations behind the European Age of Exploration included the desire for wealth, fame, spreading religion, and expanding empires.
Identify modern-day explorers and explain the impact of the earliest explorers like Leif Eriksson, Ibn Battuta, and Zheng He.
Modern-day explorers include names like National Geographic explorers. The impact of early explorers like Leif Eriksson, Ibn Battuta, and Zheng He paved the way for future expeditions and cultural exchanges.
How did colonies help mother countries gain wealth during the Age of Exploration?
Colonies provided valuable resources, labor, and new markets for mother countries, leading to economic prosperity and wealth accumulation.
Explain the impact of technologies like the Caravel and Astrolabe on the success of explorers throughout history.
The Caravel revolutionized navigation with its speed and maneuverability, while the Astrolabe allowed explorers to determine their position accurately using celestial observations.
Analyze different perspectives on Christopher Columbus' story through a third-person account and a comic book excerpt.
Answers may vary, but students should discuss different viewpoints on Columbus' legacy, including his role in colonization, impact on indigenous populations, and historical significance.
Test your knowledge on exploration-related terms, explorers, motivations for exploration, and the impact of early explorers. Explore concepts such as navigation, cartography, and colonization. Learn about modern-day explorers and motivations behind the European Age of Exploration.
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