Christopher Columbus discovers the West Indes - Quiz
- 1. When did Christopher Columbus discover the West Indies?
A) 1520
B) 1492
C) 1776
D) 1650
- 2. Which country sponsored Christopher Columbus's voyage to the West Indies?
A) England
B) France
C) Spain
D) Portugal
- 3. Which island did Christopher Columbus first land on in the Caribbean?
A) San Salvador
B) Haiti
C) Jamaica
D) Cuba
- 4. Which Italian city was Christopher Columbus born in?
A) Rome
B) Florence
C) Venice
D) Genoa
- 5. How did Christopher Columbus and his crew navigate during their voyages?
A) Following the scent of land
B) Using road maps
C) Using the stars and a compass
D) By reading ancient scrolls
- 6. What title did Christopher Columbus hold?
A) Admiral of the Ocean Sea
B) Prince of Exploration
C) King of the West Indies
D) Duke of the New World
- 7. What were the indigenous people of the Caribbean called by Christopher Columbus?
A) Indians
B) Arawaks
C) Aztecs
D) Mayans
- 8. How many voyages to the Americas did Christopher Columbus make in total?
A) 2
B) 4
C) 8
D) 6
- 9. What was the original purpose of Christopher Columbus's voyage?
A) To find a westward route to Asia
B) To explore North America
C) To discover Australia
D) To reach Antarctica
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