Trivia Questions On Christopher Columbus Third Voyage! Quiz
As an explorer and lover of nature, Christopher Columbus wanted to verify the existence of a continent suggested to be in the south of the Cape Verde Islands. This is the reason for the third journey of Christopher Columbus. It was recorded that he made this journey in May 1948. This quiz tests your knowledge about his third journey. Attempt it.
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Who suggested the existence of the continent verified in Columbus' third voyage?
- A.
Mark Rowland
- B.
King John II
- C.
Mingo Park
- D.
Jack Steinman
Correct Answer
B. King John IIExplanation
King John II of Portugal suggested the existence of the continent verified in Columbus' third voyage. This is because King John II was known for his support of exploration and was interested in finding new trade routes. He sponsored several voyages and encouraged explorers to search for new lands. It was during Columbus' third voyage that he reached the coast of South America, which confirmed the existence of a new continent. King John II's support and encouragement played a significant role in the exploration and discovery of this continent.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Where did he set off for the journey?
- A.
Sanlúcar
- B.
Edmonton
- C.
Carpe Verde
- D.
Dominican Island
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A. SanlúcarExplanation
The person set off for the journey from Sanlúcar.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many ships followed him in the journey?
- A.
Twelve ships
- B.
Four ships
- C.
Nine ships
- D.
Six ships
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D. Six shipsExplanation
The passage states that "he" was followed by six ships in the journey.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Where did he first stop the journey?
- A.
Porto Novo
- B.
Porto Santo
- C.
Columbia
- D.
Seychelles
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B. Porto SantoExplanation
He first stopped the journey in Porto Santo.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Where did he meet Captain João?
- A.
Macedonia
- B.
Caribbean Islands
- C.
Madeira
- D.
Camp Eduardo
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C. MadeiraExplanation
The correct answer is Madeira because the question is asking where he met Captain João. Madeira is one of the options provided, and it is the correct location where the meeting took place.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What continent did he discover in the third journey?
- A.
South America
- B.
North America
- C.
Asia
- D.
Europe
Correct Answer
A. South AmericaExplanation
In his third journey, he discovered South America. This is evident from the fact that South America is listed as one of the options and is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which is these places was the first he discovered in his 3rd journey?
- A.
Dominican
- B.
Trinidad
- C.
Argentina
- D.
Peru
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B. TrinidadExplanation
Trinidad was the first place he discovered in his 3rd journey.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What name did he give to Tobago?
- A.
Granada
- B.
Bella Forma
- C.
Tobajet
- D.
Yuia
Correct Answer
B. Bella Forma -
- 9.
What name did he give to Grenada?
- A.
Concepticón
- B.
Trinidad
- C.
Tobago
- D.
Jairez
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A. ConcepticónExplanation
The correct answer is Concepticón.Rate this question:
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- 10.
When was he removed as the governor of the new world?
- A.
1498
- B.
1588
- C.
1500
- D.
1519
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C. 1500 -
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