Renaissance Inventions

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Across
  1. 5. Weapons that used flint to create sparks for firing.
  2. 6. Instrument used to measure the position of stars.
  3. 8. A large weapon used to destroy castle walls during the Renaissance.
  4. 11. Large cargo ship designed for long ocean voyages.
  5. 12. Early handheld firearm that used a burning match cord.
  6. 14. Instrument used to magnify tiny objects.
  7. 16. Explosive powder used in guns and cannons.
  8. 17. The planning and directing of a ship’s route.
  9. 18. Machine that spread books and ideas throughout Europe.
  10. 19. Device used to see distant objects more clearly.
Down
  1. 1. The act of traveling to discover new lands.
  2. 2. Tool used to measure wind speed.
  3. 3. Strong ship often used in naval battles.
  4. 4. Timekeeping device powered by gears and springs.
  5. 7. Metal balls and bullets fired from weapons.
  6. 9. Navigation tool that points north.
  7. 10. Improved sea drawings that helped sailors travel safely.
  8. 13. Tool used to measure angles between stars and the horizon for navigation.
  9. 15. Small fast Renaissance ship used by explorers.