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During which centuries did the Age of Exploration take place?
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?
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?
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?
Who made the first journey to the New World in 1492?
Which country established the first permanent colony in North America at Jamestown, Va. in 1607?
Which country established the first permanent colony in North America at Jamestown, Va. in 1607?
Who mapped the island of Manhattan first in 1609?
Who mapped the island of Manhattan first in 1609?
Which explorer attempted circumnavigation of the globe?
Which explorer attempted circumnavigation of the globe?
Flashcards
What is the Age of Exploration?
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?
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?
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?
Who reached the 'New World' first?
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Who founded the first permanent colony in North America?
Who founded the first permanent colony in North America?
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Who mapped Manhattan?
Who mapped Manhattan?
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Who circumnavigated the globe?
Who circumnavigated the globe?
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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.
