Why did the Age of Exploration begin?
he Age of Exploration began during the Renaissance when there were new ideas, trade, and wealth.
Which civilization was in modern day Mexico City and which explorer conquered that civilization?
The Aztecs; Hernan Cortes
Which explorer was sponsored by Spain and is known for discovering the Americas?
Christopher Colombus
Why did Spain explore?
They wanted to find a western route to Asia and spread Christianity
What happened to the Native Americans when Europeans began to explore the Americas?
Many died from disease and war
Which country was the first to find a water route to Asia and control trade in India?
Portugal
Why did Portugal explore?
They wanted to find a water route to Asia and spread Christianity
What inventions/developments helped start the Age of Exploration?
The printing press, more books, more maps, better sails/ships
What motivated the Europeans to explore?
Gold, God and Glory
Why did European countries want to try and find the fastest trade routes to Asia?
So they could control trade and not pay as much/make more money
What items were traded from the Old World to the Americas?
sheep, cows, fruit, disease, grains, horses, grapes
What items were traded from the Americas to the Old World?
corn, potatoes, turkeys, diseases, gold/silver
Which explorer circumnavigated the world and where was he from?
Ferdinand Magellan; Portugal
What were the new types of ship called.
Caravel
