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What was one of the major reasons for European explorations during the 15th, 16th, and 17th centuries?
What was one of the major reasons for European explorations during the 15th, 16th, and 17th centuries?
- To expand their knowledge about geography
- To engage in political and religious wars in Europe
- To trade gold with the eastern lands
- To search for new lands and establish colonies in Africa, America, and Asia (correct)
What was a significant motivation for Europeans bringing the 'Cross' with them on their ocean explorations?
What was a significant motivation for Europeans bringing the 'Cross' with them on their ocean explorations?
- To establish trade routes with Asia
- To spread Catholicism and Christianity to the eastern lands (correct)
- To search for new sources of glory
- To explore uncharted territories
Why did Europeans believe that power lay in their treasury of golds?
Why did Europeans believe that power lay in their treasury of golds?
- To grow towns and civilizations in Europe
- To finance their political and religious wars (correct)
- To gain glory as explorers
- To establish themselves as the wealthiest continent
What personal motive did Europeans have for exploring new lands during the 15th, 16th, and 17th centuries?
What personal motive did Europeans have for exploring new lands during the 15th, 16th, and 17th centuries?
Which statement accurately describes the relationship between European conflicts and explorations during the 15th-17th centuries?
Which statement accurately describes the relationship between European conflicts and explorations during the 15th-17th centuries?
What event took place on September 20, 1520, according to the text?
What event took place on September 20, 1520, according to the text?
What was the primary reason Magellan sought a western route during his voyage?
What was the primary reason Magellan sought a western route during his voyage?
Why did Magellan name the ocean west of South America 'the Pacific Ocean'?
Why did Magellan name the ocean west of South America 'the Pacific Ocean'?
What did the crew of Magellan's ships resort to when supplies decreased during their voyage?
What did the crew of Magellan's ships resort to when supplies decreased during their voyage?
Where did Magellan and his crew first sight the Philippine Islands during their voyage?
Where did Magellan and his crew first sight the Philippine Islands during their voyage?
How did Antonio Pigafetta describe the people they encountered in the Ladrones Islands?
How did Antonio Pigafetta describe the people they encountered in the Ladrones Islands?
What gift did Magellan offer to the 9 men who came to them on Samar island?
What gift did Magellan offer to the 9 men who came to them on Samar island?
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