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Age of Exploration Lesson 1

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4 questions

Note from the author:

Based on MyWorld Interactive Workbook

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Question 1

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Why did Portuguese rulers pay for exploration of new lands?

Because they were super rich

Because they wanted to make more money by establishing a sea route to Asia

Because they wanted to establish a salve trade in Africa

Because they were in desperate need of spices and silk

How did Portugal benefit from Vasco da Gama's voyage to India?

Question 3

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Describe the technological contributions that Prince Henry made to navigation.

Question 4

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Based on the text, why do you think technology for navigation is important on your journey?