age of exploration

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Across
  1. 6. - ..... of Demarcation - A division established by the Treaty of Tordesillas, splitting the New World between Spain and Portugal.
  2. 8. - .......Pizarro - Spanish conquistador who conquered the Inca Empire.
  3. 10. - A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, common among sailors on long voyages.
  4. 14. - ...... of Tordesillas - An agreement between Spain and Portugal dividing newly discovered lands.
  5. 15. - A small, highly maneuverable sailing ship developed during the Age of Exploration.
  6. 16. - ........de Soto - Spanish explorer who led the first European expedition into the southeastern United States.
  7. 17. - .....Hawkins - English sea captain who was a pioneer in the Atlantic slave trade.
  8. 18. - ....... of Zheng He - A Chinese explorer who sailed extensively in the early 15th century.
  9. 22. - Indigenous people encountered by Columbus in the Caribbean.
  10. 23. - A Spanish labor system where Indigenous people were forced to work for Spanish landowners.
  11. 24. - A rebellion or refusal to obey orders, which was a common challenge on long sea voyages.
  12. 26. - Italian explorer who sailed to the Americas in 1492, initiating the Age of Exploration.
  13. 28. - An ancient instrument used by sailors to determine their latitude at sea.
  14. 30. - Spanish explorer who crossed the Isthmus of Panama and was the first European to see the Pacific Ocean.
  15. 31. - ...... da Gama - Portuguese explorer who sailed to India, establishing a sea route.
  16. 33. - A famous map projection that preserves lines of constant compass bearing.
  17. 36. - ...... the Navigator - Portuguese prince and explorer who sponsored many voyages.
  18. 37. - ....... Cortés - Spanish conquistador who led the conquest of the Aztec Empire.
Down
  1. 1. - Dias - Portuguese explorer who reached the southern tip of Africa.
  2. 2. - Spanish conquistador responsible for the fall of the Aztec Empire.
  3. 3. - Sir....... Raleigh - English explorer known for his attempts to establish a colony in North America.
  4. 4. - Ponce de ....... - Spanish explorer who searched for the Fountain of Youth in Florida.
  5. 5. - and Isabella - Spanish monarchs who sponsored Columbus's voyage.
  6. 7. - Portuguese explorer who discovered Brazil on his way to India.
  7. 9. - The science and art of mapmaking, vital for exploration and navigation.
  8. 11. - ...... of Good Hope - The southern tip of Africa, a significant landmark for early explorers.
  9. 12. - ....... of Discovery - The first circumnavigation of the Earth, led by Magellan.
  10. 13. - .......Charts - Detailed maps used by sailors during the Age of Exploration.
  11. 15. - Spanish conquerors who explored and conquered the Americas.
  12. 19. - ......Vespucci - An Italian explorer whose name lent itself to the naming of America.
  13. 20. - ......Cartier - French explorer who claimed Canada for France.
  14. 21. - .......Polo - Venetian merchant and explorer who traveled to China in the 13th century.
  15. 25. - ........Elcano - Spanish explorer who completed Magellan's circumnavigation after Magellan's death.
  16. 27. - Portuguese explorer known for his circumnavigation of the globe.
  17. 29. - de Albuquerque - Portuguese naval general and administrator who established a strong Portuguese presence in the Indian Ocean.
  18. 32. - ......Strait - The narrow waterway separating Russia and Alaska, named after an explorer.
  19. 34. - .......Fleet - Spanish fleets carrying immense riches from the Americas to Spain.
  20. 35. - ........Cabot - Italian explorer sailing under the English flag, who may have reached North America.