Chapter 5- Age Of Exploration Flashcards
Who supported Christopher Columbus’s voyages?
Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand of Spain
Why were luxury goods from the east so expensive?
It was risky and hard to bring goods from Asia and took a very long time to transport.
What were some problems with trade at the time?
Very high prices
Power shifts causing wars
Security of trade routes
Why was Mali wealthy?
It was placed on a trade route selling ivory, gold, salt and slaves.
How did Mali’s leader, Mansa Moussa, show charity?
He led a grand caravan of thousands of people giving gold to the poor people.
What are the five religious duties of the Qur’an called?
The five pillars of faith.
Who was Prester John?
An imaginary Christian ruler of a wealthy kingdom in Africa.
What did prince Henry of Portugal hope Prester John would help him do?
Convert African to Christianity and crusade against Muslims.
The worldview of the time encouraged…
Growth and expansion.
