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