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Prior to setting sail on his first voyage, Columbus
A) was given titles of authority by the Spanish monarchs, which enhanced his power.
B) had offers of financial support from several European countries, but chose Spain because it agreed to finance his entire voyage.
C) had little experience traveling the Atlantic Ocean, since most of his voyages had been confined to the Mediterranean Sea.
D) relied more on the stars for navigation than on geography, books or maps.
Titles of Authority
Formal designations or names granted to individuals who hold specific positions of power or responsibility within an organization, society, or government.
Financial Support
Monetary assistance provided to help an individual, organization, or cause.
Mediterranean Sea
A body of water connected to the Atlantic Ocean, surrounded by Europe, Africa, and Asia, important for trade and cultural exchange throughout history.
- Pinpoint the multiple reasons that spurred European exploration and colonization during the 15th and 16th centuries.
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- Pinpoint the multiple reasons that spurred European exploration and colonization during the 15th and 16th centuries.
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