exploring the world Flashcards
1
Q
what is the renaissance?
A
it was a period in european history that began it the 1300s in the late middle ages and ended during the 1500s when the modern era began
2
Q
what does renaissance mean?
A
it means rebirth in french
3
Q
who was christopher columbus?
A
he was a italian explorer who completed 4 spanish voyages across the atlantic ocean.
4
Q
name 2 explorers
A
francis drake and john cabot
5
Q
who were the aztecs?
A
they were native american who lived in north mexico in the early 16th century during the spanish conquest
6
Q
why did they explore china
A
to get things europe wanted and sell it for more
