10 Questions
What was the name of the strait that allowed Magellan's fleet passage through to the Pacific?
Strait of Magellan
How long did the crossing of the Pacific Ocean take for Magellan's fleet?
3 months and 20 days
What did Magellan's crew interpret the actions of the Chamorro people on the island of Guam as?
Theft
What did Magellan's interpreter, Enrique of Malacca, help with when they encountered the outrigger boat off the island of Limasawa?
Communicating with the locals
What piqued Magellan's interest when he met the rulers Rajah Kulambo and Rajah Siawi on the island of Limasawa?
Their golden jewelry and artifacts
What was the primary reason for Magellan's expedition?
To find a westward route to the Spice Islands (Maluku Islands)
How did Magellan respond to the alleged homosexual relationship between two of his crew members?
He ordered the death penalty against the two crew members
What forced Magellan's fleet to stop their search for a passage and wait out the winter?
Unfavorable weather conditions
Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the mutiny attempt at Saint Julian?
Gaspar de Quesada was released without punishment
What happened to one of Magellan's ships during the winter at Saint Julian?
It was lost in a storm while surveying nearby waters
Test your knowledge on the historic Magellan-Elcano expedition that began on September 20, 1519. Learn about the journey across the Atlantic, events at Rio de Janeiro, and the challenges faced by the crew during the exploration.
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