Early English exploration (5)

Question 1

When did John Cabot arrive in Bristol?

Answer 1

In 1494

Question 2

What did John Cabot do in 1497?

Answer 2

He was given authorisation from Henry VII to set sail and he did in 1497 discovering what became known as Newfoundland and reported the existence of extensive fishing grounds.

Question 3

What was John Cabot the first to?

Answer 3

First Englishmen to lead an expedition to the New World.