WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Crusades opened new markets in the east that had been closed off due to Islamic expansion. These new markets opened European goods eastern markets, and vice versa. The opening of these trade routes led to an economic revolution in Europe beginning with the First Crusade in 1095.

Detailed explanation-2: -Once the Crusades occurred, new products were introduced to Europe and demand for products like silks, spices from far east increased. Therefore, there was an increase in trade. Trade extended from Europe across the Silk Road to China. The increase in trade led to economic, political and social changes.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: The Crusades actually expanded trade between Europe and Asia as Crusaders returned home with goods like spices and silks. The interest generated around these goods (which had already entered the European market) resulted in Europeans exploring ways to more rapidly access these goods.

Detailed explanation-4: -Western Europeans brought back many goods, such as lemons, apricots, sugar, silk and cotton and spices used in cooking. Not all the Crusaders went home after fighting the Muslims. Many of them who went to the Holy Land liked it so much that they stayed and adopted a Middle Eastern way of life.

Detailed explanation-5: -Despite the consequent religious polarization, the Crusades dramatically increased maritime trade between the East and West. As Crusaders experienced the feel of silk, the taste of spices, and the utility of porcelain, desire for these products created new markets for merchants.

Detailed explanation-6: -Answer and Explanation: The Crusades affected European exploration because the desire to continue expanding markets east was significant. The Crusades opened new markets for European goods and opened Europe to goods from the east.