In order to sail the treacherous waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Europeans needed the proper tools and technology. Match the names of the new
tools and technology with the correct descriptions.
Column A
Column B
1.
a. cartography
b. caravel
2.
c. magnetic compass
What is the name of the instrument used to
help sailors determine the ship's latitude from
the height of the North Star or the sun?
What instrument uses a magnetized needle to
align itself with the Earth's magnetic field?
Sailors and explorers could use it to determine
direction because the needle always points
north.
The Portuguese developed small, fast sailing
ships with triangular sails that allowed the ships
to zigzag into the wind. What were these called?
The science of mapmaking is called what?
d. astrolabe
Answers: 1
History, 21.06.2019 20:00
In the mid-1800s, how did american indians often react to the us government signing treaties with tribal chiefs to establish reservations? many american indians did not accept the treaties and resisted relocating. many american indians fought for land taken away by the dawes act. many american indians bought land in oklahoma from white settlers. many american indians accepted the treaties and relocated voluntarily.
Answers: 2
History, 21.06.2019 23:30
Which of the following areas are best suited for livestock ranching
Answers: 2
History, 22.06.2019 06:30
Today england’s government is encouraging tertiary economic activities ,including_to make up for the loss of industry
Answers: 1
In order to sail the treacherous waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Europeans needed the proper tools and...
Mathematics, 13.10.2020 22:01
Mathematics, 13.10.2020 22:01
English, 13.10.2020 22:01
History, 13.10.2020 22:01
Mathematics, 13.10.2020 22:01
Social Studies, 13.10.2020 22:01
Biology, 13.10.2020 22:01
Medicine, 13.10.2020 22:01
Geography, 13.10.2020 22:01
Mathematics, 13.10.2020 22:01
Mathematics, 13.10.2020 22:01