John Cabot

Question 1

When and where was he born?

Answer 1

1451, Italy

Question 2

What year did he die?

Answer 2

1498 because his ship sank

Question 3

Who was his sponsor?

Answer 3

The king of England

Question 4

What were his motives?

Answer 4

1. Wanted to find place where silks and spices came from

2. Find faster route to Asia

Question 5

What were his dates of exploration?

Answer 5

1497-1498

Question 6

What was his route of exploration?

Answer 6

He went from England across the Atlantic Ocean to Newfoundland, canada (north of Columbus’ route)

Question 7

What was his impact on the world?

Answer 7

1. Believed he had found evidence of the northwest passage to asia
2. Claimed land for England
3. Charted new route and opened way for English settlers to come to North America