- 1. Ferdinand Magellan, the Portuguese explorer who is renowned for leading the first expedition to successfully circumnavigate the globe, embarked on his monumental journey in 1519. Setting sail with a fleet of five ships, he aimed to find a westward route to the Spice Islands, fueled by ambitions of trade and conquest. Over the course of the expedition, Magellan and his crew navigated treacherous waters, faced hostile encounters, and overcame immense challenges. In 1521, they reached the islands of the Philippines, where Magellan's interactions with local tribes led to crucial alliances but also to conflict. On April 27, 1521, during the Battle of Mactan, Magellan found himself in a fierce confrontation with the local chieftain Lapu-Lapu and his warriors. In a tragic turn of fate, Magellan was outnumbered and ultimately killed, marking a poignant end to his remarkable journey. Though his life was cut short, the expedition continued under the command of Juan Sebastián Elcano, who ultimately completed the circumnavigation of the globe in 1522, ensuring that Magellan's legacy would endure as one of the greatest maritime achievements in history.
Who was the explorer who sailed around the globe and was killed in the Philippines?
A) Vasco da Gama
B) Christopher Columbus
C) Ferdinand Magellan
D) Captain James Cook
- 2. In what year did Magellan begin his expedition to circumnavigate the globe?
A) 1607
B) 1492
C) 1776
D) 1519
- 3. Which strait did Magellan and his crew navigate to enter the Pacific Ocean?
A) Strait of Malacca
B) Strait of Hormuz
C) Strait of Magellan
D) Strait of Gibraltar
- 4. How many ships started the circumnavigation journey with Magellan?
A) 7
B) 10
C) 5
D) 3
- 5. Which European country sponsored Magellan's expedition?
A) Spain
B) England
C) France
D) Portugal
- 6. In which modern-day country did Magellan meet his end?
A) Japan
B) Guam
C) Indonesia
D) Philippines
- 7. Who succeeded Magellan as the leader of the expedition after his death?
A) Francisco Pizarro
B) Amerigo Vespucci
C) Juan Sebastián Elcano
D) Hernán Cortés
- 8. What was the name of Magellan's flagship that completed the first circumnavigation?
A) San Antonio
B) Victoria
C) Trinidad
D) Santiago
- 9. Which indigenous ruler of the Philippines fought against Magellan and his crew?
A) Montezuma
B) Lapu-Lapu
C) Pocahontas
D) Atahualpa
- 10. How many crew members completed the circumnavigation journey with Magellan's fleet?
A) 25
B) 10
C) 30
D) 18
- 11. How many years did it take for Magellan's expedition to complete the circumnavigation?
A) 5
B) 1
C) 7
D) 3
- 12. What was the name of the island where Magellan was killed in the Philippines?
A) Luzon
B) Bohol
C) Mindanao
D) Mactan
- 13. What was the original name of the ship Victoria before it completed the circumnavigation under Magellan's expedition?
A) San Antonio
B) Trinidad
C) Santiago
D) Concepcion
- 14. Which island did Magellan name 'Islas de los Ladrones' (Islands of Thieves) during his expedition?
A) Fiji
B) Guam
C) Hawaii
D) Tahiti
- 15. What was the name of the chronicler who documented Magellan's expedition and the first circumnavigation?
A) Leif Erikson
B) Marco Polo
C) Antonio Pigafetta
D) Captain James Cook
- 16. Where was Ferdinand Magellan born?
A) Spain
B) Portugal
C) Italy
D) France
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