Age of Exploration
Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers European exploration and expansion, focusing on technological advancements (compass, sternpost rudder, cartography, guns/gunpowder) and motivations like wealth, religion, and intellectual curiosity. It details the roles of Portugal (Prince Henry, Vasco da Gama) and Spain (Columbus, Magellan) and explains mercantilism and its impact. The guide also examines the consequences of exploration, including economic gain, spread of Christianity, and the Enlightenment perspective. Finally, it provides practice questions and exam tips covering multiple-choice, short answer, and free-response formats.

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Question 1 of 12
Which of the following navigational tools was essential for direction-finding during the Age of Exploration? 🧭
Sternpost Rudder
Compass
Cartography
Guns