Technology of the Age of Exploration

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Across
  1. 2. The study of the stars and other celestial objects.
  2. 3. The pursuit of wealth and riches.
  3. 5. An instrument used for celestial navigation.
  4. 7. European country that sponsored Jacques Cartier's voyages.
  5. 10. Device used by sailors to determine their latitude at sea. sextant
  6. 11. Term used to refer to the Americas after their discovery.
Down
  1. 1. The science or practice of making maps.
  2. 3. The search for new territories, power, and prestige.
  3. 4. Portuguese explorer who reached India by sea in 1498.
  4. 6. European country that sponsored John Cabot's voyages. England
  5. 8. Italian explorer who reached the Americas in 1492.
  6. 9. European country that sponsored Christopher Columbus' voyage.