Worksheet # 12 Questions Home

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1) A light and fast sailing ship first built around 1400: ___________. 

2) A territory under the control of a foreign power: ____________.

3) Prince who became famous for sailing and exploration : _____________.

4) Italian city where Columbus was born: ____________.

5) A term referring to China and the eastern part of Asia:___________.      

6) A route to (5) which was traveled by traders and merchants __________.

7) Ancient Greek astronomer who made a map of the world which

was used by explorers like Columbus: _____________.

8) Name for the Muslim population living in Spain in the 15^th century: ________.

9) Religion of Spain which Columbus wished to spread around the world: __________.

10) The King of Spain at the time of Columbus’ trip: _________.

Thought Question:  Imagine if Columbus did not find America in 1492 and only

now did Europeans and Native-Americans meet. What would it be like?