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The Age of Exploration

This worksheet covers key aspects of the Age of Exploration, including its causes, major figures, and global impacts, suitable for Grade 11 Social Studies.

Grade 11 Social studies World HistoryAge of Exploration
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D1.2.9-12. Explain points of agreement and disagreement experts have about the interpretations and applications of disciplinary concepts and ideas associated with a compelling question.D2.His.1.9-12. Evaluate how historical events and developments were shaped by unique circumstances of time and place as well as broader historical contexts.

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The Age of Exploration

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. For multiple-choice questions, select the best option. For short answer, provide concise and accurate responses.

1. Which of the following was a primary motivation for European exploration in the 15th and 16th centuries?

a

To spread democracy

b

To find new trade routes to Asia

c

To develop new technologies

d

To establish a global empire for scientific research

2. The Columbian Exchange primarily refers to the transfer of:

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Ideas between European nations

b

Goods, diseases, and people between the Old and New Worlds

c

Military technology between continents

d

Religious beliefs among indigenous populations

3. The primary economic theory driving European colonization during the Age of Exploration was  , which emphasized accumulating wealth through a positive balance of trade.

4. The Treaty of   divided the newly discovered lands outside Europe between Portugal and Spain.

5. Briefly explain the concept of 'God, Gold, and Glory' as a driving force behind the Age of Exploration.

6. Describe one significant negative impact of European exploration on indigenous populations in the Americas.

7. Ferdinand Magellan was the first European to circumnavigate the globe, though he died during the journey.

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8. The caravel was a type of land-based vehicle that allowed explorers to travel across deserts.

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