USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Modern cartography began with the advent of a variety of technological advancements. The invention of tools like the compass, telescope, the sextant, quadrant, and printing press all allowed for maps to be made more easily and accurately.

Detailed explanation-2: -Astrolabe. The astrolabe was one of the most important navigation tools and was used by many European explorers, including Columbus and Magellan.

Detailed explanation-3: -New technology also paved the way for European voyages and exploration. Better maps showed the directions of ocean currents and lines of latitude. Inventions like the astrolabe and magnetic compass improved navigation.

Detailed explanation-4: -Three tools are of particular importance to this time period: lateen sails, the astrolabe, and the magnetic compass. Lateen sails were triangular sails which allowed ships to sail directly into the wind, versus the formerly used square sails that did not allow ships to sail into the wind.

Detailed explanation-5: -The astrolabe, another navigational tool, allowed sailors to use the position of the sun and the stars to determine latitude. These inventions fueled the spirit of exploration and allowed Europeans to dominate travel, trade, and naval operations among the continents.