USA HISTORY

FIRST CONTACTS 28000 BCE 1821 CE

NATIVE AMERICANS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The 15th century marked the beginning of the Age of Exploration (or the “Age of Discovery"). What was the lasting impact of this period in history?
A
After interacting with European explorers, a large portion of American, African, and Asian natives settled in Europe.
B
As Europeans explorers traveled to undiscovered areas of the world, national pride was set aside and Europe united as a continent.
C
It ended centuries of regional isolation, and began several more centuries of European domination across the rest of the world.
D
New technology like the steam engine and railroad trains drastically increased exploration throughout the world.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Age of Discovery, also known as the Age of Exploration, was the period from the 15th century to the late 18th, when Europeans set sail to discover and explore other lands. It also marked the beginning of European colonialism and the start of the Mercantilist Age, as well as the beginning of globalization.

Detailed explanation-2: -The voyages of explorers had a dramatic impact on European trade. As a result, more goods, raw materials and precious metals entered Europe. New trade centers developed, especially in the Netherlands and England. Exploration and trade led to the growth of capitalism.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Age of Discovery refers to a period in European history in which several extensive overseas exploration journeys took place. Religion, scientific and cultural curiosity, economics, imperial dominance, and riches were all reasons behind this transformative age.

Detailed explanation-4: -Overview. Historians generally recognize three motives for European exploration and colonization in the New World: God, gold, and glory.

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