Atlantic World Study Guide Flashcards
What is a caravel?
a fast, multipurpose ship
What is an astrolabe?
a tool that determines latitude and longitude and the time of day
What is a compass?
a tool that determines your position relative to the north, south, east, and west
What is a portolani?
an advanced map
Where was the caravel invented?
Portugal
Who invented the astrolabe?
the Arabs
Who invented the compass?
China during the Han Dynasty
Who invented gunpowder and firearms?
China during the Tang Dynasty
When was the Portolani invented?
the 13th century around the Mediterranean
What motivated Europeans to explore the world?
God - spreading Christianity
Glory - fame and honor back home
Gold - wealth and new goods
How did Christianity spread during the Age of Exploration?
Missions and Catholic churches were established.
What were some important crops that were exchanged during the Columbian Exchange?
Coffee (old world), rice (old world), wheat (old world), and corn (new world)
How did the Spanish become wealthy from the New World while never establishing a strong trade network?
Taking novel goods from the New World such as gold.
How did map making change between the Roman Empire and the Renaissance?
Maps became more accurate as more land was discovered.
How was the diet of the Europeans changed by the Columbian Exchange?
Europeans were introduced to corn and potatoes, which improved their diet.
