conquest and colonization key people Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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What period is referred to as the age of exploration?
A
The age of exploration occurred during the 15th and 16th centuries.
2
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Which European countries led the age of exploration?
A
The Portuguese and Spanish led the exploration.
3
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Who was Bartholomeu Diaz?
A
Bartholomeu Diaz sailed for Portugal and rounded the Cape of Good Hope.
4
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Who was Christopher Columbus?
A
Christopher Columbus sailed for Spain and aimed to sail west to reach the East but instead discovered islands of the American continent.
5
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Who was Vasco da Gama?
A
Vasco da Gama sailed for Portugal and reached India by sailing around Africa.
6
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Who was Ferdinand Magellan?
A
Ferdinand Magellan sailed for Spain and his crew circumnavigated the globe.
