What explorer wanted to sail West as a faster way to Asia?
Christopher Columbus
What year did Columbus sail?
1492
Where was Columbus born?
Italy
Christopher Columbus thought the world was _____________.
round
When Columbus was young, what did he want to be when he was older?
a sailor
What direction did Columbus want to sail to get to Asia?
West
What did Columbus learn how to read?
compass and map
What did the King and Queen of Spain give to Columbus?
money and three ships
How many men traveled with Columbus on his voyage?
90 men
What were the names of Columbus's three ships?
Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria
Where did Columbus think he landed?
Asia
Where did Columbus really land with his three ships?
Bahamas
How many voyages did Columbus take?
4
What did people think of Columbus?
He was a hero
