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Which body of water did Arab traders sail across for centuries?
Which body of water did Arab traders sail across for centuries?
- Pacific Ocean
- Atlantic Ocean
- Mediterranean Sea
- Indian Ocean (correct)
What was the main motivation for Europeans to find a sea route to Asia?
What was the main motivation for Europeans to find a sea route to Asia?
- To establish colonies
- To access spices (correct)
- To explore new lands
- To expand their empires
How did European sailors navigate in comparison to Arab traders?
How did European sailors navigate in comparison to Arab traders?
- By staying near the coastline and watching for known landmarks (correct)
- By relying on the stars for guidance
- By using advanced navigational tools
- By following the trade winds
What type of sails did ships built in Mediterranean shipyards have?
What type of sails did ships built in Mediterranean shipyards have?
Which region had more advanced navigational skills and shipbuilding technology in the mid-1400s?
Which region had more advanced navigational skills and shipbuilding technology in the mid-1400s?
What was the main reason why Europeans wanted to find a sea route to Asia?
What was the main reason why Europeans wanted to find a sea route to Asia?
How did European sailors navigate in comparison to Arab traders?
How did European sailors navigate in comparison to Arab traders?
Why were European ships not well-suited for long voyages across uncharted waters?
Why were European ships not well-suited for long voyages across uncharted waters?