Age of Discovery Quiz

Age of Discovery Quiz

Multiple different countries of Europe contributed heavily to the current global civilization in which we now live. In order to expand their reach to more and more places, certain periods of exploration were necessary. Perhaps the most critical time period where European adventurers journeyed beyond the borders of their homeland was the so-called Age of Discovery.

True to its name, this was a time of unprecedented learning about the ways of the world. New civilizations made contact with one another in what was the first step toward connecting a global community. However, not everyone who engaged in the Age of Discovery did so with the purest intentions. The promise of undiscovered wealth drove many to venture out into uncharted waters. In some cases, human beings were made into capital by sadistic individuals.

For every bright positive of the Age of Discovery, there was also a dark shadow on its other side. Fascinating history was made by the contact different cultures established with one another. An understanding of our complete Earth was finally established thanks to the efforts of the people who were central to the Age of Discovery.

In this quiz, we will be asking you about some of the most important facts relating to this time period. These questions can be about anything from key individuals, notable geographic data, and even interesting historical tidbits.

As much as to test, this quiz is meant to inform. So, we hope you come out of it knowing something new.

How much do you know about world history? Take our quiz on the Age of Discovery to find out.

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