Famous Explorers Of The World! Trivia Facts Quiz

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    Who did King Ferdinand II and Queen Isabella of Spain financially support?

    • Christopher Columbus
    • Prince Henry the Navigator
    • Ferdinand Magellan
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Test your knowledge about the world's most famous explorers! Discover facts about their voyages, contributions, and the patrons who supported their historic journeys.

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  • 2. 

    The fist navigator to circumnavigate the world was ________.

    • Christopher Columbus

    • Ferdinand Magellan

    • Vasco de Gama

    • Bartholomew Dias

    Correct Answer
    A. Ferdinand Magellan
    Explanation
    Ferdinand Magellan is considered the first navigator to circumnavigate the world because he led the first expedition that successfully completed a full circumnavigation. In 1519, Magellan set sail with a fleet of five ships, and after facing numerous challenges and hardships, his expedition completed the journey in 1522. Although Magellan himself did not survive the entire voyage, his crew continued on and proved that it was possible to sail around the world. This achievement marked a significant milestone in the history of exploration and navigation.

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    He established a school for the study of the arts of navigation, mapmaking and shipbiulding.

    • Ferdinand Magellan

    • Bartholomew Dias

    • Prince Henry the Navigator

    • King John I

    Correct Answer
    A. Prince Henry the Navigator
    Explanation
    Prince Henry the Navigator is the correct answer because he was known for his contributions to the exploration of the world's oceans. He established a school that focused on the arts of navigation, mapmaking, and shipbuilding, which played a crucial role in advancing maritime knowledge and technology during the Age of Discovery. Through his support and patronage, many expeditions were launched, leading to significant discoveries and advancements in navigation techniques.

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    Magellan was born in __________ in___________.

    • 1540; Spain

    • 1438; Potugal

    • 1480; Portugal

    • 1480; England

    Correct Answer
    A. 1480; Portugal
    Explanation
    Magellan was born in 1480 in Portugal.

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  • 5. 

    Chistopher Columbus explored the Islands of ____________ while looking for gold.

    • Hispaniola

    • San Salvador

    • Trinidad

    • Mexico

    Correct Answer
    A. Hispaniola
    Explanation
    Christopher Columbus explored the Islands of Hispaniola while looking for gold. Hispaniola was one of the first islands that Columbus encountered during his voyages. He believed that this island, which is now divided between the countries of Haiti and the Dominican Republic, held great potential for finding gold and other valuable resources. Columbus's exploration of Hispaniola played a significant role in the European colonization of the Americas and the subsequent exploitation of its resources.

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  • 6. 

    Christopher Columbus made a total of ____ trips.

    Correct Answer
    2 4 5
    Explanation
    Christopher Columbus made a total of 4 trips.

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    Magellan set sail to reach the Spice Islands with 5 ships. The ships were the Conception, The Santiago, the San Antonio, ________________ and _____________.

    Correct Answer
    the Trinidad. the Victoria the Trinidad, the Santa Maria the Santa MarIA, the San Columbus
    Explanation
    Magellan set sail to reach the Spice Islands with 5 ships. The ships mentioned in the question are the Conception, The Santiago, the San Antonio, the Trinidad, and the Victoria. The correct answer is "the Trinidad, the Victoria" as it accurately completes the list of ships that Magellan set sail with.

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