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