Lesson 4 Flashcards
What period characterized by growing European exploration of the world
From fifteenth to seventeeth century
A period in human history where Europeans began exploring in search fornew trading routes, territories, and wealth
Age of Discovery or Age of Exploration
Who were the countries leading in exploration
Portugal and Spain
Why did European countries explore in the first place?
They were motivated by profit, power, religion
These are highly in demand in Europe during this time
Spices
The spice trading was controlled only by _____, making access to spicies limited
Italian city-states
They used this as an excuse to justify their need to explore
Religion
They are champions in spreading Christianity
Spainand Portugal
The famous Portuguese Explorer
Ferdinand Magellan
Who disregarded the idea of Magellan?
King of Portugal
What did the Spain gave to Magelaan
5 old ships with a crew of 235 men
He was the first person to sail across the Pacific Ocean
Ferdinand Magellan
The largest ocean in the world
Pacific Ocean
Where did the crew of Magellan land?
Homonhon Island in Guiuan, Eastern Samar
Magellan befriended who?
Ruler of the Cebu, Rajah Humabon