Exploration Flashcards
1
Q
Who was the Portuguese prince who started all the exploration?
A
Prince Henry
2
Q
Whose expedition was the first to circumnavigate the globe?
A
Magllean
3
Q
For what were they searching?
A
A way through America
4
Q
Under what flag did Columbus sail?
A
Spain’s Flag
5
Q
What is a monopoly?
A
Complete control of the trade in a market or product
6
Q
What did the Chinese think of Europeans?
A
The Chinese didn’t like the Europeans, but they liked their resources
7
Q
What did the young pages do onboard the ships?
A
Swabbed decks
8
Q
According to many historians, what were the names of Columbus’ three ships?
A
- Pinta
- Santa Maria
- Niña
