The Age of Exploration

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During which centuries did the Age of Exploration take place?

18th and 19th centuries

20th and 21st centuries

12th and 13th centuries

15th and 16th centuries (correct)

What was one of the biggest reasons for exploration during the Age of Exploration?

To establish colonies in new lands

To find new sources of silver and gold

To discover new trade routes for spices and silk (correct)

To spread Christianity to new territories

Which nation was the first to conduct journeys associated with the Age of Exploration?

Portugal (correct)

Spain

England

Italy

Who made the first journey to the New World in 1492?

Christopher Columbus (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which country established the first permanent colony in North America at Jamestown, Va. in 1607?

England (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who mapped the island of Manhattan first in 1609?

Henry Hudson (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which explorer attempted circumnavigation of the globe?

Ferdinand Magellan (B) Signup and view all the answers

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What is the Age of Exploration?

The period of time from 15th to 16th centuries marked by advancements in navigation, exploration, and trade, leading to discoveries of new lands, trade routes, and expansion of global knowledge.

What was a key reason for exploration?

A driving force behind the Age of Exploration was the desire to find new routes to reach spices and silk coming from the East, which were highly valued in Europe.

Who was the first to explore?

Portugal spearheaded the Age of Exploration by pioneering seafaring technologies and sending out expeditions to discover new lands and trade routes.

Who reached the 'New World' first?

In 1492, Christopher Columbus embarked on a voyage sponsored by Spain, landing in the Caribbean, marking the beginning of European colonization of the Americas.

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Who founded the first permanent colony in North America?

England established the first permanent colony in North America, Jamestown, Virginia, in 1607, laying the foundation for European expansion in the region.

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Who mapped Manhattan?

Henry Hudson, an English explorer, mapped the island of Manhattan in 1609, contributing to the early understanding of this pivotal location.

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Who circumnavigated the globe?

Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese explorer, led the first circumnavigation of the globe, a feat that revolutionized global understanding of the world.

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Study Notes

Age of Exploration Timeline

The Age of Exploration took place from the 15th to the 17th century

Reasons for Exploration

One of the biggest reasons for exploration during the Age of Exploration was the desire to establish new trade routes and access new resources

Portugal's Role

Portugal was the first nation to conduct journeys associated with the Age of Exploration

Christopher Columbus's Journey

Christopher Columbus made the first journey to the New World in 1492

English Colonization

England established the first permanent colony in North America at Jamestown, Virginia in 1607

Henry Hudson's Exploration

Henry Hudson mapped the island of Manhattan in 1609

Ferdinand Magellan's Expedition

Ferdinand Magellan attempted to circumnavigate the globe during the Age of Exploration

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Test your knowledge of the Age of Exploration and its impact on world history. Discover the brave explorers, new trade routes, and lasting geographical changes that shaped this transformative era.