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What primary motivation drove Portugal's initial explorations of the Atlantic Ocean during the 15th century?
What primary motivation drove Portugal's initial explorations of the Atlantic Ocean during the 15th century?
- Establishing colonies in the Americas.
- Discovering new sources of precious metals in Africa.
- Finding a direct sea route to the lucrative spice trade in Asia. (correct)
- Mapping the entirety of the African coastline for strategic military advantage.
Why was Bartholomew Diaz's discovery of the Cape of Good Hope significant for Portuguese exploration efforts?
Why was Bartholomew Diaz's discovery of the Cape of Good Hope significant for Portuguese exploration efforts?
- It disproved the theory that the Atlantic and Indian Oceans were connected.
- It established a new trade route with West African kingdoms.
- It confirmed the possibility of sailing around Africa to reach Asia. (correct)
- It provided access to South American resources.
How did the unification of Spain under Ferdinand V and Isabella I influence Spanish exploration?
How did the unification of Spain under Ferdinand V and Isabella I influence Spanish exploration?
- It consolidated resources and ambitions, enabling Spain to compete with Portugal in the search for eastern riches. (correct)
- It led to a decrease in funding for exploration due to internal conflicts.
- It resulted in a joint exploration venture with Portugal.
- It shifted the focus of exploration from the East to the West.
What was Christopher Columbus's intended goal when he embarked on his voyage in 1492, supported by the Spanish crown?
What was Christopher Columbus's intended goal when he embarked on his voyage in 1492, supported by the Spanish crown?
In what way did Columbus's initial voyages impact Spain's perception and strategy regarding exploration?
In what way did Columbus's initial voyages impact Spain's perception and strategy regarding exploration?
Flashcards
Cape of Good Hope
Cape of Good Hope
The southernmost tip of Africa discovered by Bartholomew Diaz in 1488.
Vasco da Gama
Vasco da Gama
Portuguese explorer who led the first expedition to reach India by sea in 1497.
Christopher Columbus
Christopher Columbus
Italian sailor who led the first Spanish expedition to the Americas in 1492, aiming for India.
Spanish crown support
Spanish crown support
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Trade goods from India
Trade goods from India
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Study Notes
Portuguese Exploration
- Portugal led early European exploration, seeking Atlantic routes to Asia.
- Bartholomeu Diaz reached the Cape of Good Hope in 1488.
- Vasco da Gama led a voyage to India in 1497, reaching Calicut after 10 months.
- Portuguese traded for spices, silk, and porcelain in India.
Spanish Exploration
- Ferdinand and Isabella of Castile married in 1469, unifying Spain and fueling their desire for wealth from the East.
- Christopher Columbus's expedition, funded by Spain, aimed for the East Indies, but landed in the Americas.
- Columbus's voyage in 1492, sailed West across the Atlantic to find a shortcut to Asia.
- Encountered the Bahamas and Hispaniola (modern-day Haiti and Dominican Republic), believing them to be part of the Indies.
- Later expeditions, led by Columbus, explored the Caribbean, seeking gold and resources.
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Portugal and Spain spearheaded early European exploration, seeking wealth and new trade routes. The Portuguese explored routes to Asia, while Spain, under Columbus, unexpectedly encountered the Americas. These explorations significantly impacted global trade and interactions.
