24 Questions
Which country did Ferdinand Magellan sail for during his voyage around the world?
Spain
Where was Ferdinand Magellan born?
Sabrosa
What was Ferdinand Magellan's occupation before he became an explorer?
Soldier
Who funded Ferdinand Magellan's voyage around the world?
King Charles I of Spain
Which of the following is NOT one of the five ships in Magellan's fleet?
Victoria
What did Magellan and his crew unknowingly discover during their journey?
Trade winds
Where did Magellan and his men find fresh food for the first time in 99 days?
Guam
Which chief rejected conversion and led the resistance against Magellan's attack on Mactan Island?
Datu Lapu Lapu
Who captained the Victoria and continued the journey after the death of Magellan?
Juan Sebastian Elcano
What important navigational route was discovered by Magellan off the southern coast of South America?
Strait of Magellan
What crew member of the voyage kept a first-hand account of Magellan's journey around the globe?
Antonio Pigafetta
Which country did Hernán Cortés conquer Mexico for?
Spain
Where was Hernán Cortés born?
Spain
Why did Hernán Cortés drop out of the University of Salamanca?
He wanted to explore the New World
Which of the following is NOT one of Hernán Cortés' achievements?
Acquiring California
What was the cause of Hernán Cortés' death?
Lung disease
Why did Hernán Cortés go to Spain to meet with the Spanish king?
To reclaim his title as governor
Which Spanish governor imprisoned Cortés for not upholding his promise to marry Catalina Suarez?
Diégo Velasquez
Who became Cortés's personal interpreter, guide, and mistress during his conquest of Mexico?
Malinche
What event marked the fall of the Aztec empire and the seizure of control of Mexico by Cortés?
The establishment of Mexico City
What motivated Cortés to disobey Velázquez's orders and set out for Mexico in 1519?
His thirst for power
Which type of sail was used on the mizzenmast of a carrack?
Lateen sail
What was the purpose of adding a topsail to the main mast of a carrack?
To increase speed
What was the size range of a carrack's hull in tons?
300 to 400 tons
Test your knowledge on the incredible journey of Ferdinand Magellan, the renowned explorer who circumnavigated the globe. From discovering the Strait of Magellan to his tragic end in the Philippines, this quiz will challenge your understanding of Magellan's historic voyage. Can you navigate through the twists and turns of his expedition? Find out now!
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