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Impact of European Maritime Exploration in the East

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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?

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?

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?

To search for glory and be rewarded as heroes Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the relationship between European conflicts and explorations during the 15th-17th centuries?

European explorations were separate from the conflicts happening in Europe. Signup and view all the answers

What event took place on September 20, 1520, according to the text?

A voyage across the Atlantic Ocean to South America Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason Magellan sought a western route during his voyage?

To reach the Spice Islands of Southeast Asia Signup and view all the answers

Why did Magellan name the ocean west of South America 'the Pacific Ocean'?

Due to its clear and calm waters Signup and view all the answers

What did the crew of Magellan's ships resort to when supplies decreased during their voyage?

Eating leather and drinking a saltwater mixture Signup and view all the answers

Where did Magellan and his crew first sight the Philippine Islands during their voyage?

Visayas islands Signup and view all the answers

How did Antonio Pigafetta describe the people they encountered in the Ladrones Islands?

Poor but ingenious people who were great thieves Signup and view all the answers

What gift did Magellan offer to the 9 men who came to them on Samar island?

Gifts, foods, and drinks Signup and view all the answers