Exercise
Technological Advances in Navigation
Discover the key technological innovations that enabled long-distance maritime travel. Learn how advancements in navigation tools and ship construction supported exploration.
Questions
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Which navigational tool used the position of stars to determine a ship's latitude at sea?
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What light and fast Portuguese-designed vessel was ideal for long ocean voyages?
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Which sail innovation allowed caravels to maneuver effectively into the wind?
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Which Chinese invention helped European sailors determine cardinal direction at sea?
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How did advancements in cartography benefit European oceanic exploration?
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Which instrument measured the angle of celestial bodies above the horizon to aid positioning?
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Who established a center for navigation study in Portugal bringing together experts and captains?
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How did the development of the sternpost rudder enhance ocean travel safety and control?
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What design advantage did the caravel hold over older, heavier European vessels?
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How did the practice of 'dead reckoning' assist ocean navigators when far from land?
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What astronomical books containing star locations helped navigators calculate position?
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How did growing understanding of global trade winds assist transoceanic voyages?