USA HISTORY

FIRST CONTACTS 28000 BCE 1821 CE

CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Why did Christopher Columbus sail west on his first expedition?
A
to prove to the Spanish monarchy that he could make the journey
B
to take part in the Colmbian Exchange
C
to prove the Earth was not flat
D
to find a shorter trade route to the Indies
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Columbus wanted to find a new route to India, China, Japan and the Spice Islands. If he could reach these lands, he would be able to bring back rich cargoes of silks and spices.

Detailed explanation-2: -With a crew of 90 men and three ships-the Niña, Pinta, and Santa Maria-he left from Palos de la Frontera, Spain. Columbus reasoned that since the world is round, he could sail west to reach “the east” (the lucrative lands of India and China).

Detailed explanation-3: -What motivated Christopher Columbus to find a shorter and more efficient sea route to Asia? The promise of wealth. Like many other Europeans, Columbus did not believe there were any land masses: Between Europe and Asia.

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