Civilizations
Which civilization developed a complex writing system and calendar?
Maya
What was one reason for European exploration?
Find trade route to Asia
Who was Christopher Columbus?
Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer who completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean.
What was the compass?
The compass is a navigational tool that shows the direction of magnetic north.
What did Columbus discover on his first voyage?
He landed in the Bahamas thinking it was Asia.
Which civilization is known for its pyramids?
Maya
Name one economic motive for exploration?
Search for wealth and gold.
Which explorer is known for circumnavigating the globe?
Ferdinand Magellan
What is a caravel?
A caravel is a small, fast ship developed by the Portuguese, ideal for exploration.
What famous explorer was kicked off his own ship?
Henry Hudson
What is the main crop grown by the Aztecs?
Maize
What role did religion play in exploration?
Who was Vasco da Gama?
Vasco da Gama was the first explorer to reach India by sea, sailing around Africa.
How did maps improve during the Age of Exploration?
Maps became more accurate due to better understanding of geography and advances in cartography.
What was the significance of the Treaty of Tordesillas?
The Treaty of Tordesillas divided the newly discovered lands between Spain and Portugal.
Who was the leader of the Aztecs when the Spanish arrived?
Montezuma
How did the desire for fame influence explorers?
Explorers wanted to gain fame and recognition for their discoveries.
Name an explorer who claimed land for Spain.
Hernán Cortés or Francisco Pizarro, who claimed land in the Americas for Spain.
What is the astrolabe?
The astrolabe is an instrument used to measure the angle of stars above the horizon for navigation.
Name one country that sponsored early explorations.
Spain, Portugal, and England
What written system did the Mayans use?
Hieroglyphics
Explain the impact of trade routes on European exploration.
Increased competition and wealth among nations.
Which explorer was the first to see the Pacific Ocean?
Vasco Núñez de Balboa
Explain the significance of the printing press in exploration.
The printing press allowed for the widespread distribution of maps and accounts of explorations, increasing interest.
What was the name of the settlement on Manhattan Island that sold for $24?
New Amsterdam